I'm ill and on sick leave

[lvpets2002]

Oh I am so sorry to read this.. Maybe you need some medical test done.. I sure know that would be so frustating to not know what is wrong.. Hey you need not worry about what others think & just be concered about yourself.. Take it easy girl & rest.. The babies will give you some good nursing.. Keep us posted..

[Asiel]

Sorry about the health issues Kirsten. Guess that lets the horse riding out for now, just when you were starting to enjoy it.
But I agree you need to be diagnosed properly so you can get the help you need. Doesn't sound like ordinary fatigue and I know how debilating that can be.

[Karen]

Lots of the symptoms of Lyme disease are hard to pin down, but it really sounds like that is what is causing your troubles. "Early symptoms may include fever, headache, fatigue, depression ..." sound familiar? Maybe download some information on Lyme diease, and send it to the coworker you trust the most, so they can begin to understand. The good part is you are catching it now, some people go years before getting it correctly diagnosed, and that leads to long-term problems which I'm betting you will be able to now avoid.

You'll be in our prayers, and I am sure the fur nurses will do their best to comfort you.

[moosmom]

Kirsten,

I lit a candle for ya, girl. Have they ruled out Fibromyalgia??? Thoughts and prayers coming from CT for a speedy recovery.

I know in CT, a person is entitled to file for long term disability and, if you don't come back to your job within a certain amount of time, the employer is required by law, to put you into a position COMPARABLE to what you did before you went out on leave.

I'm rooting for you, K.

and hugs,

Donna and fur crew

[Scooter's Mom]

As you know, I'm in the exact same situation... except mine is not for Lyme disease. I'll be off work through December it looks like. Not earning my "keep" is pretty depressing. First and foremost, you need to take care of you. Second you can worry about Luna and Lily. But, you must come fist. Take the time off work to sleep or read or play a video game... find a way to relax. Take some of your beautiful stunning photos.

I'm a horrible advice giver... but please know you are not alone. You can talk to me here or on FB. Anytime! I will reply as soon as I can.

((Hugs)) for you.

[DJFyrewolf36]

Prayers on the way that you can figure out what is going on and get to feeling better! *gentle hugs*

[phesina]

Prayers and a candle from us, that you will be much better soon, Kirsten.

[cassiesmom]

Prayers and a candle from us, that you will be much better soon, Kirsten.

Prayers from here as well.

Elyse

[Medusa]

Have they ruled out Fibromyalgia???

I thought of that, too, although it's almost as difficult to diagnose as Lyme disease is. I've had fibro for 10 years now and the fatigue is sometimes worse than the pain. I power through the day sometimes just on sheer will power. Perhaps mention it to your dr. and see what s/he says. In the meantime, I'll send up a prayer that all will be well for you, Kirsten. Keep the faythe.

[lizbud]

Kirsten, have you ever been tested for Lupus? It can be a very
deblilatating(sp)?) illness.

[Marigold2]

I am sending you good wishes. May you be well soon.

[Randi]

Kirsten, I'm so sorry to read this. The worry about your job, I think, adds to the stress. I know how it is to feel lost concerning the future, but try to look at the positive things and say to yourself: I have to do something about this and get better, so I will be here for Luna and Lily! Yes, easier said than done. Do you eat healthy? Do you get enough sleep? Have you talked to your doctor about how you feel?

I wish I was closer, we could go for nice walks in the woods and share stories about our lovely kitties, indulge ourselves with coffee and cakes at a cafe...

Kirsten, know that we're here for you. If you need to talk, you're welcome to ring me. Get better, girl!!

(((hugs)))