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Pain keeps me awake. A lot. (Since a stroke, five years ago.)

Being sleep-deprived and in pain, I look for comfort, which in my case means...food.

When I'm in so much pain that living another five minutes seems like Mission Impossible, it's hard to turn down something that might taste good, the health consequences be damned.

Over the years, I've managed to keep my weight from increasing, but I still have moments of weakness. I just don't want to feel so terrible.

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Hi Scott,
Pain can interfere with many things and having it managed appropriately can be a struggle. I would encourage you to reach out to your doctor for help with better pain management options, if you haven't done so already. It is reassuring that you have been able to manage your weight while still enjoying foods that bring you comfort.