by benforred | Nov 6, 2014 | Activity, Health, Pain, Symptoms
Twice in one day I had two different people tell me that they worry about me and my health. I appreciate the care and concern of others but I don’t hear the literal words” I’m worried about you” often. So infrequently so, it actually sounded...
by benforred | Oct 20, 2014 | Health, Mental Health, Pain, Symptoms
Do you remember the last time you felt normal, even for your new normal? When those days are so far apart, it’s hard to remember the last time you felt good without any symptoms bothering you at the moment. I long for those days. It’s usually one thing if...
by benforred | Oct 12, 2014 | Health, Symptoms
I read the posts of newly diagnosed FAPers and I can almost hear the panic and fear in their written words. And it makes me realize I’ve never really been that concerned with the future risks and cancer parts of FAP. My attention was focused on my desperate need...
by benforred | Oct 2, 2014 | FAP Information, Health, Medical Providers, Pain, Symptoms
Anyone with Familial Polyposis is already a rare individual. National Registries show FAP occurring in 2.29-3.2 per 100,000 individuals. And if you’re anything like me, this rarity is only the beginning of rare health issues. My GI doctor has for a long...
by benforred | Sep 21, 2014 | Health, Pain, Symptoms
Do you remember the last time you felt normal? How long did your new health changes become normal for you? I remember the time that I felt normal, it was when I was 9. But don’t remember what it’s like to feel normal, no recollection…I imagine it...
