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There is no hope: Life feels impossible to me

Posted by ariza9110 @ariza9110, Jun 17 5:37am

so 4 years ago i lived in a moldy place and since then to this day i developed hypersenstivity to mold, where as a reaction to it i get brain fog, this condition is chronic, debilitating and constant, and the worst part is that medicine doesnt recognises it and there isnt enough reaserch about it so im litearlly doomed to suffer, i cant see myself living my whole life with this brain fog because of it, i also have other health conditions and baisically i suffer all day everyday but with this problem it is the worst because i know you cant get better, the only "treatments" out there i found where psuedoscientific quakeris about "detox" i better be dead at this point than keep living misrebaly with all my chronic illnesses (which this one is the worst since theres no treatment)

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kobe2026 | @kobe2026 | Sep 7 12:13pm
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Hello
There are so many with some great advice that have written you.
Being human is hard, with all the comforts that our modern world provides we sometimes forget how much we really are forced to struggle with.
You are struggling but there are many who can help, you just need to find the ones who really can help. Don’t give up on us imperfect humans out here.
We are born into a world full of toxins and germs, diseases and such.
We all face many challenges right away that are out of our control.
With age comes experience that is not discussed much because no matter how many rotations around the sun we have under our belt…we are constantly learning and growing trying to figure life out.
People will be put along side you in your unique path that will help. Keep your heart open so you recognize the ones who can help.
Mayo is my lifeline for health issues, but family/friends and activities/exercise…art… creative outlets are equally important.
You will find your way…just let it happen. Put one foot in front of the other. When you ask for help be willing to also give help to anyone or anything in your corral, what has been entrusted to you.
All is well…keep seeking…never give up. You have tons of good times ahead…don’t wait for the light at the end of the tunnel…light that “B” up yourself. Lots of love from this Grammy

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https://www.parsleyhealth.com/blog/mold-toxicity-symptoms

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susanfrei | @susanfrei | Sep 7 12:14pm
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I am so sorry for the real struggle you are experiencing. I am 78. I had been prescribed xanax 20 years ago for anxiety, panic attacks and insomnia. Trying to wean myself off put me in a place of devastation and hopelessness. The journey continued for 19 months. The only way I survived was through prayer, meditation and I was fortunate to find a studio where I learned Tai Chi and Qigong. I am better now, but the long term damage is still there in continued insomnia and anxiety. I just take one day at a time.
I pray you will find a way to heal and find the little joys that life has to offer. Definitely reading scripture everyday is important for me.

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I am an atheist . 67 and have been sick since age 13.
Until the pandemic, doctors threw me to psych. hospitalizations.
Everything i see posting is spiritual if not actual religious answers
Its not prayer I turned to. I got my masters degree in social work. I knew I couldn't be a therapist, im too traumatized myself to this day
I became a successful Federal Grant writer, helping the state with millions of dollars for programs.
BUT the road to there from chronic pain and illness was MUSIC and BOOKS.
MUSIC is my Valium. But when your central nervous system is stuck in fight or flight, so far the only answer is medication, including opiods and benzodiazepams.
Ive studied pharmacology and psychopharmacology. Until there are medications that help CNS illness, that is the answer. Which I can no longer receive. Note: Ive never been addicted personally but have been thrown into that diagnosis.
A support group complained I was " too political " and I had to withdraw myself.
There will be no advancement now, not in the US anyway. I hope this sight prints all sides, autoimmune diseases are 85% female.
Hunker down and if prayer works, pray. If medication works, fight for it.
Our bodies, our health, our solutions are under attack

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hraka13 | @hraka13 | Sep 7 2:46pm
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Have you seen a mental health professional, like a psychiatrist? I would start there. Not a psychologist or therapist but an actual psychiatrist, especially a forensic psychiatrist.
Don’t give up. I’m 63 and have dealt with issues since I was younger than you. Life hasn’t been “rosy” but it’s good, some days even great.

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A forensic psychiatrist is who diagnosed me. It took a session of asking questions in a different way and recording my responses. It’s non-invasive, not painful (although a little uncomfortable cuz, you know, talking about our problems), and I knew! Finally! He was able to prescribe medication I’ve been taking ever since (for over 25 years).
Another idea would be to contact a local chapter of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. My first couple years I attended a peer to peer support group. It really helped me understand that the way I think isn’t bad, it’s just not the way other people think. I’m so much more aware of my mood changes now, and it really helped me thru menopause. (Something you’re a long way from.)
Get help, please. You’re not alone.

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kobe2026 | @kobe2026 | Sep 7 4:03pm
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You seem very proficient with google!! 😉

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did coding for a number of years so i'm familiar with computers.
Also use it everyday for business

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