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Posted 12/20/2016 9:56 AM (GMT -5)
Hi all,

So, for those who don't know my story, I was diagnosed by a doctor with Chronic long term lyme. This was after multiple years of weird issues and bloodwork that came back perfect.

My main symptoms are neurological and joint related. Lately, it has majorly affected my back, shoulders and hands. I also have fatigue and depression because I have put on 40+ lbs in over a year and have a history of eating disorders. Needless to say, my life has changed COMPLETELY because of this.

I moved back to Maine in 2013 and the winters, in the past, have been bad but this year .... they are WAY worse on me.

I did a month of antibiotics but I ahven't done anything since then because of $.

It is also that time of month so, I feel like it may make things worse.

Thoughts on how to live a normal life and deal with the pain/depression? I work for a very well known non profit and my job is to be out and talking to people. It's SO difficult when I am so depressed and in so much pain.
Posted 12/20/2016 10:36 AM (GMT -5)
I'm so sorry, LymeTrez.
Yes, a woman's "monthly" will have an impact on our symptoms - they will get worse around the time of the cycle due to hormone fluctuations.

For me, the cold always makes my pain higher - and I live down south!!! But not far enough south to not get some good cold weather - I live in northern Arkansas and we just came through a good cold snap. I moved from northern Idaho many years ago to get out of the extreme cold because it caused so much pain.

Since money is tight, what about turning to natural products to see if they will be of help to you?

I simply can't make it without anti-inflammatories any more. I use turmeric and bromelain.

For depression issues, there are natural alternatives as well - you might want to look into things like suggested in these links below. Even eating seratonin rich diet will help some.

/www.psychologytoday.com/blog/owning-pink/201103/11-natural-treatments-depression-md-s-tips-skipping-the-prozac

www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/basics/alternative-medicine/con-20032977

I"m sure others will be along to make suggestions as well.
Posted 12/20/2016 11:28 AM (GMT -5)
Thank you, Traveler. I think my main challenge is finding which things (naturally) out of the GOBS of advised supplements, I need to start with. I have the Buhrners book but, since i have such a challenge with concentration, I haven't gotten into it yet.

If there were just a few things (under $100) that I should start with .... would the Turmeric and Bromelain be the best? I am also trying different Cannabis strains. Nothing has worked yet but, Indica Tincture is next on my list.
Posted 12/20/2016 11:36 AM (GMT -5)
Indica is more mellow than Sativa. Indica is better for being a couch potato or going to sleep.
Posted 12/20/2016 12:16 PM (GMT -5)
Sativa made me really sick. I had a CRAZY high reaction and then it developed into a headache and dizziness that lasted for hours. Needless to say, that one is definitely sitting on the top shelf. The pure CBD oil seemed to do NOTHING for my pain. So ... hoping Indica is a better strain for me.
Posted 12/20/2016 7:32 PM (GMT -5)
Turmeric is great, it is really helpful.
Also, ALA is excellent for nerves.
Posted 12/20/2016 8:54 PM (GMT -5)
You could talk to the staff at the dispensary...they are usually quite knowledgeable on the differences -
The one I purchased the CBD oil from had several different Sativa, Indica as well as hybrids.

The staff will know which ones are the most popular...and why.
Posted 12/20/2016 9:56 PM (GMT -5)
The sativa has worked well for my mood. I take it at night before bed. It is supposed to be amplifying, but I find it helps me creatively work on my "issues" and then I look at them, let go, and fall asleep. What you want to do is do a SMALL AMOUNT. Also, for mood, miracles with a light box - light therapy. Cognitive therapy helps much with depression if you have time/resources for support. Also, moving, finding a friend to walk with you on your lunch hour. Also, there are some great alternative resources free on Youtube. EMDR, tapping, reboot your brain series. If you like I can post some links. Also - listening to healing tones really helped me. Hang in there. Depression is the worst!
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