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Hopeless and Discouraged, again! Seeking any advice.
Neuropathy | Last Active: May 23, 2023 | Replies (55)Comment receiving replies
I’m a Marine veteran so I learned to “suck it up” and just live with the pain. I spent 23 months in Vietnam and I was wounded three times (never figured out how to duck) so I’m familiar with pain. But I have a great support system - my wife and three daughters. The tingling in my feet and hands is annoying and sometimes painful but I just deal with it. I guess I have a high pain threshold. When I can no longer drive it will hit me big time. The loss of independence will hurt emotionally. I hope you learn to deal with the pain. Obviously, some days are worse than others.
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Yes, some days are worse than others and I didn’t say a word to anyone about my pain for two years. I just put a smile on my face, worked everyday, came home and cried myself to sleep. Even my husband didn’t know the extent of my pain. I know people are there to help; I just don’t want to be a burden. However, it came to a point that the pain was so severe 24/7 that I couldn’t hide it anymore. And yes, it has killed me to not drive anymore but what has really destroyed me the most is having to walk away from teaching.
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Just wanted to say thank you for your service. My husband is a Vietnam Vet as well and was heavily exposed to agent Orange. Can any of your problems be from your service? I hope you have filed for benefits as they are constantly adding new things.