Autoimmune diseases

Posted by debbieann18 @debbieann18, 20 hours ago

So I have emphysema which I've only just found out it's auto immune disease,that answered my question as to why my platelets are always high,it's due to inflammation of the lungs,also hypothyroidism,and I recently had an operation and got some bold patches in my hair which gp told me was alopecia aerto which is autoimmune,my life has been flipped upside down the last ten years,I am no longer able to a lot of what I did,and it's exhausting,also have fibromialgia and 5 bulging discs in my spine,mental health is of the scale,but I just sit and worry all the time,my anxiety is beyond point I don't know what to do,I get sent from pillar to post ,I'm at my wits end,any advice would be helpful

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parrot53 | @parrot53 | 18 hours ago

So sorry for your troubles. Easier said than done, try to focus on one positive thing and have gratitude for that. It just gives you at least a moment of peace. It is so important to remember the positive and so difficult to do so when your body is in such constant chaos. Wishing you some peace and comfort.

Becky, Volunteer Mentor | @becsbuddy | 6 hours ago

@debbieann18 Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! You don’t feel so cheery, do you? You’ve come to the right place to cry and really let your feelings out. We’ve all done that. Sometimes I still do it (cry and have a small hissy fit)
One thing I will suggest is that you find a good therapist. They can be an invaluable resource for you. Check with a mental health center in your area and let them know what you need. You may have to try 2 or 3 before you find the right one. If you are over 65y with Medicare, your mental health visits will be covered. I’ve been doing so much better since I found a therapist!
Just take each day as it comes along. Enlist a friend to help you. Take small steps, one at a time.
Can you tell me 1 thing you will do tomorrow?