Dr. Diana and Dr. Sharon, psychiatrist and spoonie with EDS and POTS discuss relationships and Valentine's Day ideas. Relationships can be difficult for the healthy! Listen in for their discussion of our special challenges and hear some thoughts as to why traditions are still important in a relationship. … [Read more...] about Spoonie Relationships and Dr. Sharon
The Magic of Magnesium
Dr. Collins writes an excellent paper on the importance of magnesium in our diet. This is especially important for those of us with connective tissue disorders such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Dr. Diana summarizes key points in her paper and offers her thoughts. A MUST SEE! http://prettyill.com/downloads/Magnesium_and_EDS_by_Heidi_Collins,_MD.pdf … [Read more...] about The Magic of Magnesium
Dysautonomia and Vascular Abnormalities
Dr. Diana discusses vascular abnormalities (and their treatments) found with EDS and dysautonomia. … [Read more...] about Dysautonomia and Vascular Abnormalities
Fingernail moons and IMPROVEMENT!
Anyone with chronic, "autoimmune" or neurodegenerative conditions may be prone to developing chronic fatigue and may lose the "moons" on their fingernails. Mine are BACK! … [Read more...] about Fingernail moons and IMPROVEMENT!
Suicidal thoughts and depression
Dr. Diana discusses depression and suicide ideation -- two very common symptoms in dysautonomia and numerous invisible illnesses, including M.S., EDS, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue or "M.E.", rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and endometriosis. Always reach out for help if you experience this symptom, and understand it is a reversible symptom. … [Read more...] about Suicidal thoughts and depression