It’s frustrating when people compare their health issues to yours. When someone says, oh yes, same as me, or my family member, friend, partner or sibling is going through this too. They’re suffering too.

Just a quick educational thing: Multiple Sclerosis is not the same as fibromyalgia, arthritis, Parkinson’s, brain tumors, cancer, chronic pain syndrome, heart disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, any nerve pain, or neurological disorders, etc. Very important to NEVER compare diseases. Bringing awareness is cool, but comparing very uncool.

Taking injections for Multiple Sclerosis is not the same as your injections if you’re taking any. The side effects MAY be the same, but in reality they are not. The after effects can be grueling.

My pain with my body is NOT the same as people who have pain. Everyone has their own interpretations of pain. It is extremely important to NOT compare.

Struggles with my food and meds are a constant battle. What I experience I keep track of for my own use and maybe share with my doctors. Everyone has their own level of sensitivity and tolerance.

Sone things you can do is be kind, be caring, ask if there’s anything you can do, don’t just wait until we contact you. It’s nice to get surprise texts, emails, etc… ok, getting off the rant box. Stay strong! 💪🧡💪