Sleeping Beauty

Omg im so exhausted.  I know I've already posted about this a million times but im so sick of sleeping my days away. I wamt to experience life again. It feels like this will never happen

But I gotta keep my head up because God has it all in control!

Pics of me 2 years post transplant

Naptime, new clothes and me just being me!

Chronic Fatigue

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that can't be explained by any underlying medical condition. The fatigue may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest.

The cause of chronic fatigue syndrome is unknown, although there are many theories — ranging from viral infections to psychological stress. Some experts believe chronic fatigue syndrome might be triggered by a combination of factors.

There's no single test to confirm a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome. You may need a variety of medical tests to rule out other health problems that have similar symptoms. Treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome focuses on symptoms.

Symptoms

Chronic fatigue syndrome has eight official signs and symptoms, plus the central symptom that gives the condition its name:

Fatigue
Loss of memory or concentration
Sore throat
Enlarged lymph nodes in your neck or armpits
Unexplained muscle pain
Pain that moves from one joint to another without swelling or redness
Headache of a new type, pattern or severity
Unrefreshing sleep
Extreme exhaustion lasting more than 24 hours after physical or mental exercise

When to see a doctor

Fatigue can be a symptom of many illnesses, such as infections or psychological disorders. In general, see your doctor if you have persistent or excessive fatigue.

Causes

Scientists don't know exactly what causes chronic fatigue syndrome. It may be a combination of factors that affect people who were born with a predisposition for the disorder.

Some of the factors that have been studied include:

Viral infections. Because some people develop chronic fatigue syndrome after having a viral infection, researchers question whether some viruses might trigger the disorder.

Suspicious viruses include Epstein-Barr virus, human herpes virus 6 and mouse leukemia viruses. No conclusive link has yet been found.

Immune system problems. The immune systems of people who have chronic fatigue syndrome appear to be impaired slightly, but it's unclear if this impairment is enough to actually cause the disorder.

Hormonal imbalances. People who have chronic fatigue syndrome also sometimes experience abnormal blood levels of hormones produced in the hypothalamus, pituitary glands or adrenal glands. But the significance of these abnormalities is still unknown.

Resource: www.mayoclinic.org

Information

Here's some info on IBD, auto immune diseases,  and chronic pain

Poop Study

I know, I know. How can you not giggle? We all have that 12 year old living inside of us. :) and the pictures don't help. So go ahead,  get it out, lol, and then actually pay attention.

I have Crohn's Disease

I thought a few of you could relate to these. And if you can't,  remember them when you talk to someone with crohn's or any chronic disease.

Sooo tired of being tired

I have been absolutely exhausted lately. I've had my 1st iron infusion and getting my 2nd next week. Anyone know how long it takes for me to have energy? Because I feel no different at all. Im literally sleeping all day and falling asleep when I drive. Im so sick of it. I want some energy asap!!

Baptism

I was baptized when I was a child by my parents, but aa an adult I made the decision today to renew my faith amd life in the Lord and get baptized again! I was already planning it at my home church,  but they were doing baptisms at my moms church,  where I was visiting, and God called me and told me to do it now. So I said yes! When God tells you to do something,  you don't say ok, when I can or ok on this day...no, you just do it! :)

My Walking Dead Tour

My sister,  brother in law and niece went to Senoia and Grantville,  Georgia to see some walking dead film sites.  It was so much fun. Im an official walker stalker lol. My Crohn's was acting up a little, or whatever it is that's giving me an upset stomach.  But all in all I felt well. I had a blast and even got some shots of scenes that haven't aired yet so I cant wait to see them on the show!!

What Crohn's Feels Like

Yep, this pretty much sums up what crohn's feels like. So if you don't have it, there ya go. And if you do, you know how accurate this is lol

Information About Crohn's Disease

Here are some pics that have some amazing information about crohn's disease!

You know you have Crohn's if...

You know you have Crohn's disease if you can relate to any of this! ;)

Crohn's Disease VS Ulcerative Colitis

Here's some info on crohn's versus ulcerative colitis.  They have so many similarities but are completely different diseases.

*click on the pics to blow them up

Pics from my 2nd second bday

Here are pics from when we got home!

Thank You Sister

I'm so fortunate to have an amazing sister like mine who selflessly gave her stem cells to help me get a new life! She's so awesome and I can never thank her enough!

I love you sister!