Depression and Anxiety attacks

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dizzy_viv
dizzy_viv Online Community Member Posts: 1 Connected
Hi im viv :) i have menieres disease fibromalgia asthma and a under active thyroid ... and ive joined here to meet/talk to people who understand why i am depressed and have anxiety attacks ... life is no fun when you are in constant pain and the pain killers that may help i can not take as the effect my menieres .. which extreme vertigo dizzyness and sickness for those who dont know ... i deal with things with humour because if i didnt laugh id crack up . I have a brilliant supportive hubby hes my rock .... im a mum of three grown up kids and a nan to 9 wonderfull load grandkids life is never dull tho sometimes i do wish to be left alone ... hi everyone 

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  • Sam_Alumni
    Sam_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,602 Championing
    Hi @dizzy_viv welcome to the community! Thanks for joining us and telling us about yourself.  9 grandkids - You must be busy! 

    Have a look around the community, the recent discussions are a good place to start where all the latest posts are, or you can view posts by category.

    I hope you enjoy it here!
  • Matilda
    Matilda Online Community Member Posts: 2,592 Championing
    Hi viv - do you use freeze spray or ibuprofen gel to relieve pain?
  • bam
    bam Online Community Member Posts: 326 Empowering
    I get a topical gel from my doctors to help with some of my pain management. I also take gabapentin which helps a lot