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Home / Decreased Quality of Life

PMR: My Pretty Miserable Reality

Dec. 12, 2023 by Guest

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by Soph Myers-Kelley Having been read online in over 45 different countries, PMR Polymyalgia Rheumatica: My Pretty Miserable Reality packs an impactful punch in the chronic illness world.  This book focuses on the author’s experience with Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) which she describes as “a severe, self-limiting inflammatory disorder of unknown cause resulting in muscle pain and stiffness in neck, shoulders, and hips” (2). Through a brief read, one can experience the author’s sorrow, pain, moments of joy and triumph, searches for answers, regiments, and attempts towards healing. She shares plenty of tips and tricks to managing chronic illness while also… Read More

Tags: chronic pain, Decreased Quality of Life, Fatigue, mental health, occupational therapy, Pain Insomnia (lovingly/hatingly known as “painsomnia” in the chronic pain community), polymyalgia rheumatica

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