Danger Signal or Long-Term Condition? Decoding Acute vs. Chronic Pain
Pain can be sudden or long lasting. Acute pain signals injury. Chronic pain persists over time. Learn the key differences, causes, and when pain needs medical attention.
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#PainAwareness #ChronicPain #AcutePain #HealthEducation #PainManagement

Hi all, and thank you for all the birthday wishes!

I'm back from my day out with my mom, and we had a really good time. We hung out at home until about 2 PM, then headed to my ocularist appointment. That went well. I liked the ocularist. She just took impressions of my eye sockets this time and explained the process to us. It'll take several more visits before I actually get new prosthetics. I handled the impressions surprisingly well given my autism, though my eyes were irritated for a while afterward.

After that, we went to an amazing seafood place in San Antonio called Mambo’s Seafood. We had a crab and shrimp boil with crab legs, shrimp, potatoes, and corn. We also ordered rice with meat and vegetables to go with it, plus fried fish bites for an appetizer. I asked for Dr. Pepper to drink, but they didn't have that, so I got Mr. Pibb. I didn't eat the corn since it was a bit spicy and we were trying not to irritate my stomach too much. There was sauce, called Mambo's Sauce, for the crab and shrimp. My mom tried it and said it was way too spicy, so I ate mine plain, which was still very good.

My mom is a pro at cracking crab legs, so she had to help me a few times. I've had crab legs several times in my lifetime, though not nearly as much as my mom. She grew up poor but had family members who ran shrimp boats, so she ate them often. I've never managed to master cracking them, possibly because we only get them a couple times per year at most. It was our first time at Mambo’s, and it definitely didn't disappoint.

Next stop was Starbucks, where I got my usual Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino and a brownie. Then we swung by the grocery store, where my mom picked me up a cake, some flowers, and a few groceries we needed. The cake was chocolate raspberry with chocolate icing and curls. I had a slice with a glass of milk a little while ago, and I'm so full after all that!

I love chocolate, the richer the better. My mom originally wanted to get Tres Leches so she could enjoy some too, but she asked me what I wanted and said if I really wanted chocolate, we could get chocolate. I said I did. When we got home, she tried some and said it was "a little too rich" for her. I'll probably be eating most of the cake myself over the next several days. We often do what we call "breakfast cake" (cake for breakfast) when we have it, so that's probably what I'll have in the morning.

Overall, I had a wonderful birthday and got to spend some quality time with my mom. I probably pigged out more than I should have given my digestive conditions, but I rarely do that, and the food was so good it was worth it.

Now I'm comfy in a nightgown. I think I'm about to go get my dog Squeaker, get him in his kennel, get some water, and then maybe go to bed myself. I hoped I'd feel up to getting some things done after we got home, but all that food made me sleepy, lol, and a day out always wears me out.

#Birthday #Turning34 #Disability #Blind #Accessibility #Autism #Ocularist #Prosthetics #ChronicIllness #DigestiveHealth #PainAwareness #Seafood #SanAntonio #Starbucks #Cake #Chocolate #Foodie #BreakfastCake

Good morning, all. How is everyone?

Well, I’m officially 34 today. I wound up crashing hard for most of the night, but the good news is that this morning I feel pretty good — aside from the usual arthritis pain in my feet and hands and not being able to find one of my slippers, so I’ve had to walk on the hard floor barefoot. Lol. I’ve looked everywhere, so I’ll probably have to ask my mom for help when she gets up.

I ordered both compression gloves and socks, but my socks won’t be here until December 6th, and my gloves won’t come in until the 12th.

#GoodMorning #Birthday #Turning34 #ChronicIllness #Arthritis #Disability #Blind #Accessibility #PainAwareness #CompressionGloves #CompressionSocks

How's everyone doing tonight?

I slept most of the day because of pain from #Fibromyalgia and #RheumatoidArthritis, so now I'll probably be up all night. I'm going to try and get some studying done even though my hands hurt. Really hoping the compression gloves I ordered come in soon.

Since college didn’t work out, I've been building my own self-paced curriculum:

• Bible courses from Christian Leaders Institute to deepen my understanding and support future nonprofit work
  
• Coding lessons with #Codecademy (codecademy.com)
  
• Braille proofreading training through NLS and NFB
  
• And if I get the scholarship, AI Software Engineering at Maestro AI University. I applied two days ago and should hear back within 14 days.
  

Tonight I'm deciding whether to focus on Christian Leaders coursework, coding, or Braille proofreading.

Tomorrow's my 34th birthday. My mom’s taking me out to eat, and later we're visiting a new ocularist to see about prosthetic eyes. My current ones no longer fit and cause pain, so they'll likely need to start me with conformers first. I'm dreading that part, but it’s time. I haven't been refitted for new ones since I was 16, a few months after a surgery to remove my extremely painful right eye.

#ChronicIllness #Disability #Blind #Accessibility #PainAwareness
#Learning #Education #Coding #Braille #AI #EdTech
#Christian #BibleStudy #Faith #Christianity
#NonprofitLeadership #DisabilityAdvocacy
#Birthday #Turning34 #Ocularist #Prosthetics

Migraine Awareness Week (Sep 1–6, 2025) is a time to recognize that migraine is a neurological disease, not “just a headache.” It can be severely disabling, affecting work, school, relationships, and daily functioning. This week highlights the need for better diagnosis, personalized treatment, trigger management, and workplace accommodations, and encourages people to listen, validate, and support those living with migraine.

Join the conversation: share reliable resources, practical tips that help you (sleep routine, hydration, medication plan, stress reduction), and stories to reduce stigma and improve access to care. If you need help finding a specialist or community support, reach out — together we can push for improved research, treatment options, and understanding.

#MigraineAwarenessWeek #MigraineMatters #InvisibleIllness #ChronicIllness #HeadacheDisorder #SupportNotStigma #PainAwareness #NeuroHealth #PatientAdvocacy #SelfCare #KnowTheTriggers #SCABPharmacy

Which common pain do most people underestimate until faced with it?

#PainAwareness #LifeLessons #ShareYourStory Hey everyone! 😊 Today, let’s dive into a thought-provoking question: What’s a type of pain that people often overlook until it hits them personally? Physical Pain: Think about it—common stuff like back pain, joint issues, or headaches. We all know someone who’s said, "I...
https://mymetric360.com/question/which-common-pain-do-most-people-underestimate-until-faced-with-it/?fsp_sid=7508

𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗲 (𝗖𝗥𝗣𝗦) 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗢𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆! 🎉

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that often develops after an injury, surgery, or trauma. It is characterized by severe, persistent pain that can be debilitating and is often accompanied by swelling, changes in skin color, and limited mobility.

Despite its impact, many people are unaware of CRPS and its challenges. That’s why it’s essential to spread the word and raise awareness!

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽:

- 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗢𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: Show your support by wearing bright orange clothing and accessories.
- 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: Join local activities that light up landmarks in orange to bring visibility to CRPS.
- 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Post about CRPS on social media, including facts and personal stories to educate others.
- 𝗕𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀: Create orange-themed goodies to share with friends and family while spreading awareness.
- 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆: Gather loved ones to discuss CRPS and foster community support.

Together, we can make a difference for those living with CRPS. Let’s unite for hope, resilience, and a better understanding of this condition!

#ColorTheWorldOrange #CRPSAwareness #ChronicPain #HopeAndResilience #SupportCRPS #OrangeDay #PainAwareness #CommunitySupport #TogetherWeCan #SCABPharmacy