Hi. I also had trouble with my siblings. What is so funny is that they are in healthcare. I used to be so disappointed, angry, and frustrated with them but as time went on, I see why they don’t understand. I don’t look sick. What I find is that even some of my doctors didn’t know the systemic manifestation of this autoimmune disease. I actually had to let these doctors know what I go through with all of my symptoms. I still have not been around my siblings. I just have enough energy and mind to deal with my illness. I have emailed them ecards on holidays and birthdays but that’s all that I can do for now.
I suffer from fatigue, neuropathy, and arthritic pain. I pass out with physical and emotional stress. There’s so much more to mention but my mind and my eyes are tired now.
I hope that you can work things out better than me. I wish you well. Take care.