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Coping with Medical PTSD: How to Heal from Bad Experiences
If you’ve had traumatic medical experiences—whether from chronic illness, painful procedures, misdiagnoses, or dismissive doctors—you’re not alone. Medical PTSD is real, and it can impact your mental and physical health. But healing is possible. Here are some ways to cope and start feeling safer in medical settings.
The Best Questions to Ask Your Doctor About a New Diagnosis
Getting a new diagnosis can feel like being hit with a ton of bricks. It's overwhelming, confusing, and often leaves you with more questions than answers. Trust me, I've been there, and I know it’s not easy. But the good news is, you're not alone, and you have the power to take control of your health journey by asking the right questions.
Symptom Tracking for Chronic Illness: What to Track & Why It Matters
I know—it can feel like one more thing on your already overwhelming to-do list, and staying consistent isn’t always easy. But tracking your symptoms doesn’t have to be complicated! With the right approach (and the right tools), it can actually help you feel more in control of your health. Let’s break it down.
More Than My Illness: An Intro to Me
For a long time, I defined myself by my illnesses. So, it only feels right to start my first blog by introducing all the other aspects of my life that make me unique.