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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.

Books & Magazines ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Book Recommendations for the Chronically Ill: Part III

Book Recommendations for the Chronically Ill, but Good Reads for Anyone! I am finally getting around to the third installment of book recommendations, specially dedicated to my fellow chronic illness friends! Not all of these books are solely about health and illness; we need a break from these topics sometimes,
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Chronic Illness ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Sometimes, Physical Pain Isn’t the Worst Part About Chronic Illness

Physical Pain is Terrible, But Sometimes It Isn't the Worst Part About Chronic Illness When we mention the word ‘pain’, the type of pain that often comes to mind first is that of a physical nature. Physical pain is no laughing matter; in fact, unbearable physical pain that
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Diary Entries ⸱ Sheryl Chan

On Being a Decent Human Being and Other Thoughts

*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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Mental Health ⸱ Sheryl Chan

“Stress Less” Course: By a Therapist Who Lives with Chronic Illness

*Disclaimer: This “Stress Less” course review is sponsored by Amanda Pratt of “Imagine Life Therapy”. This article is meant for educational purposes, and is based on my personal experiences as a patient. I am not a doctor, and nothing in this article should be substituted for medical advice. Please consult
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Personal Development ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Asking for Help (and Why Everyone Needs to Learn this Important Life Skill)

Ancient Communities vs Modern Day Independence Independence is a much revered trait in the modern world. But total independence is a bunch of bullshit. To be completely independent is to live in a bubble in which you’d die within minutes. To be alive is to be dependent; every living
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Chronic Illness ⸱ Sheryl Chan

What it Feels Like to be Refused Treatment by a Hospital’s A&E / ER

When Acute Pain Strikes, and You Know What It Entails A sharp pain struck the left side of my abdomen whilst I was asleep, and I just knew. I hurried to pop a pain pill, in hopes that the ache would subside. Sometimes that’s a small, albeit hacky, hint
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Diary Entries ⸱ Sheryl Chan

A Perfect Capture of Life 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

How to Rewire the Brain to Manage Chronic Pain (& Resources to Help)

In order to know 'how' to rewire the brain to manage chronic pain, first we need to understand 'what' pain and neuroplasticity even are. Let’s take a closer look at their definitions and causations to begin with. *Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Pathways and
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Mental Health ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Why You Need a Good Therapist on Your Healthcare Team (Based on My Personal Experiences)

My Biggest Takeaway from Decades of Living with Chronic Illness If there’s one advice I’d give as a person who’s lived with chronic illnesses for 20 years, it is this: don’t ignore your mental health, and find a good therapist to be part of your healthcare
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Home & Lifestyle ⸱ Sheryl Chan

My Responses to “A Day in the Life” Linkup (What Does 'Normal' Even Mean?)

My Responses to the “A Day in the Life” Linkup These responses are part of the ‘Day in the Life’ linkup previously, which aimed to showcase people with different illnesses, and how they live their lives. The definition of ‘normal’ is always an intriguing topic to me, because there is
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Diary Entries ⸱ Sheryl Chan

A Pain Pill, a Caress, an Exhalation of Relief

*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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Disability ⸱ Sheryl Chan

Tips & Tools to Help Regain Independence with a Disability or Chronic Illness

*Disclaimer: Whilst this post is sponsored by Age UK Mobility, all opinions expressed in this review are my own. This article is meant for educational purposes, and is based on my personal experiences as a patient. I am not a doctor, and nothing in this article should be substituted for
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