ME/CFS is a difficult beast to describe, not only are the symptoms varied - both in type, frequency and intensity, they can differ from person to person. On top of that, there are things to take into account depending upon what 'stage' of the...

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Yup, my brain appears to be functioning again. This last week I've managed to complete my first programming assignment, most of the final report for my work based learning project (including poster design) and today I completed 1/3 of my first...

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I went to the doctors the other day to get a letter for college so that I can get a blanket extension for all my coursework. The previous menieres/ ME/CFS relapse certainly did me no favours regarding deadlines so I need a note medically validating the...

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I've not managed to find a rhythm since having Isabella. I got too used to being 'normal' again while pregnant and seem to have forgotten my coping mechanisms for the ME/CFS. This is not good. For example, last month I overdid it, really...

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Yesterday is the first time I've had full time care of Isabella since she was born (from waking to bedtime) and it's only because Stef is helping his sister move house. It was great and I can see why he's so happy to stay with her instead of..

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