I’m trying to stay positive but I’m finding it really hard today. I’m frustrated because I’m just sitting at home doing nothing, trying to recover from this flare-up. I feel fine in myself but I’m exhausted and not sleeping properly. I’m trying to eat as normally as I can but I’m frightened my food will set me off and I’ll be back to square one. I just want to go back to normal so I can get back to my job and my life.
Everyone keeps telling me I need to relax and let myself heal. I need to focus on getting better but that’s easier said than done when my mind won’t stop running over everything that happened just before my flare-up.
Recovery day #4
Slept a bit better last night but it would seem the weather’s turning cold so extra blankets were needed.
I’m getting used to my new medication routine; get up around seven for morning meds, have afternoon meds with lunch and then the last load at dinner. I don’t normally have breakfast so it’s easier for me to take my prednisolone with lunch rather than force food down my throat each morning.
Speaking of food, I’m trying almond milk at the moment. I’ve never had it before but I hear it’s a good alternative to normal milk which I’ve been told to avoid if I’m flaring.
Luckily, my symptoms seem to be mostly under control since restarting the steroids so it’s not as painful after I’ve eaten. I’m still not able to eat as much as I used to, but I’m getting there. I figure build up with small meals and snacks but don’t ignore my body when it tells me it’s had enough.
I just ordered myself a little present from etsy
A little spoonie pendant on a silver chain. Can’t wait for it to arrive.
Just got back from collecting my prescription and I’m not as worn out as I was Wednesday. My legs still feel a little stiff but they are improving.
I’ve taken my afternoon meds and some pain killers for my headache, and am now settling down to watch more Supernatural with an early lunch of gluten-free toast and cereal with tea. Also having my first fortisip of the day so it’ll be extra nutritious.
Day #3
I didn’t sleep well last night. My mind was buzzing and would not shut off so I spent most of the night dozing and trying to get comfortable.
It didn’t help my head is still hurting and everything I ate yesterday is just sat on my stomach.
I’m taking pain killers for the headache and drinking plenty but it doesn’t seem to last long.
On top of that, I forgot to collect my antibiotics from the pharmacy yesterday so I have to do that today instead.
Where did all my positive vibes go?
I’m still aching and feeling like I’m barely sleeping but I’m finding food more appealing and, although I’m not eating as much as I used to, I’m eating and it’s not hurting. Things are looking up.
Day #2 of recovery
I know it’s still early but my stomach woke me up and then it was time for my first dose of meds so I’m up for now.
Today’s plan is muh like yesterday’s; relax, do as little as possible, and don’t worry if I fall asleep. I need to collect a prescription of antibiotics from my local pharmacy which the hospital forgot to give me upon discharge Tuesday but that’s about it.
Breath
This is something I will reblog a lot because I find it so helpful!
Strangely calming.
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