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Chronic Illness

In this section you will find all articles related to chronic illness, which is a major focus for this website. Topics span from rare diseases to new diagnoses, chronic pain, brain fog, societal issues and more. Articles are a collection of patient perspectives, both my own and others from the chronic illness community.

Chronic Illness ⸱ Sheryl Chan

12 Visible Evidence of a Body Gone Rogue (Is Invisible Illness Truly Invisible?)

The Frustrations of Invisible Illness The invisibility of chronic illness makes it incredibly frustrating. We look healthy, yet the pain under our skin can be excruciating. But is pain ever fully invisible? Painkillers mask the evidence of chronic pain somewhat, yet they often provide minimal relief. A body gone rogue
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Diet & Nutrition ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Vitamin D & Vitamin K2: How They Boost Each Other in the Body

When we mention vitamin D, we tend to think of sunshine and milk. When we mention vitamin K, many people often go, ‘what does that vitamin do again?’. This article explains the role that these two vitamins play in the body, and how they work together synergistically for optimal health
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Personal Development ⸱ Sheryl Chan

It is *Always* Possible to Make Time for What Matters Most

*Note: This article was originally written for my monthly linkups, which I've archived as it was taking too much out of me. However, I've kept most of the posts written as I realise it's much like a diary with memories that make me nostalgic
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Chronic Illness ⸱ Sheryl Chan

How to Use the 7 Dimensions of Wellness to Thrive with Chronic Pain

This article explores the 7 dimensions of wellness and how we can use them to improve our quality of life despite chronic pain. Those who live with chronic pain know all too well that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to pain management. Even those who live with
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Diet & Nutrition ⸱ Sheryl Chan

The Causes & Dangers of Malabsorption & An Easy Way to Get Your Nutrients

The causes of malabsorption are not always readily apparent, yet the effects can be devastating as our body does not have the nutrients it needs to function properly. There are certain chronic illnesses that are more susceptible to malabsorption, and many patients require supplementation in one form or another. In
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Relationships ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Disability and Sex: Disabled People are Not Automatically Bad Sexual or Romantic Partners

Not Your Everyday Email Request – Writing About Disability and Sex Amidst the dozens of emails I receive a day for blog related stuff, one stood out the other day. It asked if I was interested in writing a post for their blog on disability and sex. I was highly suspicious
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Blogging & Writing ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Why I Moved from SiteGround to Cloudways (and Couldn't be Happier). Plus Cute Puppy Pics & A New Pacing Strategy.

*Note: This article was originally written for my monthly linkups, which I've archived as it was taking too much out of me. However, I've kept most of the posts written as I realise it's much like a diary with memories that make me nostalgic
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Diet & Nutrition ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Oral Spray Vitamins: A Quick & Easy Way to Get Your Nutrients with Chronic Illness

Oral spray vitamins are on an upward trend, and for good reason. The benefits are manifold, but are particularly exciting for those who live with chronic illnesses, like me. Apart from pain, many chronic conditions can cause malabsorption or a lack of appetite. Medications themselves can deplete nutrient supplies or
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Chronic Illness ⸱ Sheryl Chan

The Barriers That Throw Rocks into My Bucket List with Chronic Illness

*Note: This article was originally written for my monthly linkups, which I've archived as it was taking too much out of me. However, I've kept most of the posts written as I realise it's much like a diary with memories that make me nostalgic
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Chronic Illness ⸱ Sheryl Chan

5 Things You Should Know About My Epilepsy (It's More Than Just Seizures)

Introductory Note from A Chronic Voice Tiffany Kairos is an active advocate in the chronic illness and epilepsy community online, and such a lovely lady, too! She's constantly supporting and giving shoutouts to other chronic illness advocates whenever and wherever she can. I live with epilepsy myself, albeit
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Exercise & Fitness ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Is Yoga Accessible for People with Chronic Illness?

An Introduction to Accessible Yoga for People with Chronic Illness The type of yoga that comes to mind for most people (long classes and becoming a pretzel) is not the bulk of what yoga can offer. Especially for those of us with chronic illnesses. Despite what we see on Instagram
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Blogging & Writing ⸱ Sheryl Chan

12 Chronic Illness Bloggers Share Their Top Posts for 2020

A Variety of Perspectives from Various Chronic Illness Bloggers It’s been a while since I’ve done a year end top posts roundup, and this year I'd thought I'd do it with a slight twist! Top posts from other chronic illness bloggers will also be
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