# List your diagnosed chronic dis-eases. **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [July 17, 2014, 7:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341 "2014-07-17T07:33:15Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![kambuckta](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/53a042/32.png) [@kambuckta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kambuckta)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 6:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/41 "2014-07-18T06:33:01Z")
> [@Jackmannii](#): > > I wonder why **kambuckta** decided to call it “dis-ease” instead of disease. > > Maybe it was unintended, but “dis-ease” is [a term from the world of woo](http://scienceblogs.com/insolence/2013/03/19/disease-dis-ease-whats-the-difference/). It certainly wasn’t intended in that way! I used dis-ease because many of the things we suffer from aren’t actually _diseases_, but are disorders of various kinds. Me? Woo? Bwahahahaa. > [@Blackberry](#): > > She’s going to sell us healing crystals now. I can do you a super deal!! Two packets of specially-blessed-by-a-psuedo-shaman pseudo-crystals for the price of ONE! Get in quick!! 😃 ---
**Author:** ![kambuckta](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/53a042/32.png) [@kambuckta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kambuckta)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 6:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/42 "2014-07-18T06:35:01Z")
> [@PurpleClogs](#): > > Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome, meds > Anovulation infertility > Migraines, quit the meds > Tension headaches, meds > Metabolic syndrome, meds > Insulin resistance, meds > Diabetes 2, meds > Hypertension, meds > Hyperlipidemia, meds > Hypothyroidism, meds > IBS, quit the meds > PCOS, quit the meds > Ovarian cysts, only had 1 burst, oh the pain! > Mixed Connective Tissue Disease or Systemic Lupus, they can’t decide, meds > Sjögren’s syndrome, meds > Reynaud’s > Rosacea, meds > Keratosis Pilaris, meds > Alopecia, quit the meds > Hirsutism, quit the meds > Hyperhydrosis, quit the meds > Bone spur on my hip, meds > Seasonal allergies, meds > Fibromyalgia, meds, but I haven’t decided if I believe this one yet > ADD, quit the meds > Mild OCD, meds > Major Depressive Disorder, meds > Anxiety, meds > Gingivitis > Phantosmia > Vitamin D deficiency, meds, seriously? > Sleep apnea, quit cpap, I disputed this diagnosis > Insomnia, night terrors, meds > And after all this, who wouldn’t have hypochondria. > And I’m sure I’ve forgotten something… PurpleClogs wins! ---
**Author:** ![Dereknocue67](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/6de8d8/32.png) [@Dereknocue67](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dereknocue67)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 7:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/43 "2014-07-18T07:23:58Z")
I have only one. Aging It’s killing me! ---
**Author:** ![kambuckta](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/53a042/32.png) [@kambuckta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kambuckta)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 7:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/44 "2014-07-18T07:35:18Z")
> [@Dereknocue67](#): > > I have only one. > > Aging > > It’s killing me! My (now deceased) mum used to remind me that aging is better than the alternative! 😃 ---
**Author:** ![NinjaChick](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/71c47a/32.png) [@NinjaChick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/NinjaChick)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 8:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/45 "2014-07-18T08:29:50Z")
Bilateral patellar tendonitis Bilateral plantar fasciitis Chronic sesamoiditis (big toe joint is all jacked up) Hallux rigidus (seriously, I hate my big toe joint) Trochanteric bursitis (which at least gives me the excuse to use the word trochanteric; it’s my right hip and caused by my left foot problems) Strabismus Tinnitus ---
**Author:** ![HoneyBadgerDC](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/honeybadgerdc/32/1033_2.png) [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 10:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/46 "2014-07-18T10:49:21Z")
Old age has given me a crooked dick, little skin cancers, numerous aches and pains. No meds yet. ---
**Author:** ![Lonnie](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/bc79bd/32.png) [@Lonnie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lonnie)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 11:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/47 "2014-07-18T11:30:02Z")
Purpleclogs, What meds do you take for Sjogren’s? I was told no cure, no treatment. Live with it. ---
**Author:** ![kayaker](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kayaker/32/441_2.png) [@kayaker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kayaker)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 12:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/48 "2014-07-18T12:09:05Z")
> [@Senegoid](#): > > Life is a terminal disease. If your state allows medicinal, palliative care is out there.🆒 ---
**Author:** ![Crafter\_Man](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/crafter_man/32/458_2.png) [@Crafter\_Man](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Crafter_Man)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 12:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/49 "2014-07-18T12:25:51Z")
Not here to brag, but I must be a genetic abnormality. I’m 46, and have never been diagnosed with anything (unless you count nearsightedness), nor do I take medication. Threads like this make me feel very lucky/fortunate. ---
**Author:** ![kayaker](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kayaker/32/441_2.png) [@kayaker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kayaker)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 12:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/50 "2014-07-18T12:47:51Z")
Hypertension (controlled with meds) Coronary artery disease (stent) Hearing loss Gout ☹ ---
**Author:** ![PurpleClogs](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f04885/32.png) [@PurpleClogs](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PurpleClogs)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 6:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/51 "2014-07-18T18:07:29Z")
> [@Lonnie](#): > > Purpleclogs, > What meds do you take for Sjogren’s? I was told no cure, no treatment. Live with it. If you don’t have one, try to get to a reputable Rheumatologist who treats these things often. I also discuss it with my Dermatologist, Ophthalmologist, Dentist, and Internist but the Rheumy is the main guy for this. Yes, it’s incurable, but you can treat many of the more annoying symptoms with moisturizing drops, oils, and special mouthwash and toothpaste. And the meds I take for Lupus and lifestyle modifications help keep flares in what’s sort of like a remission. Lately, it hasn’t been as bad. And I’ve only had one flare that was real serious, so far. I just have to be real careful about getting enough rest, avoid too much physical or emotional stress, and use sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses. I’m the only one on the beach who’s laying _ **under** _ my towel. ---
**Author:** ![Guinastasia](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/guinastasia/32/5751_2.png) [@Guinastasia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Guinastasia)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 9:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/52 "2014-07-18T21:45:34Z")
-Epilepsy -OCD -ADHD The first two are controlled by meds, unfortunately, the third I could no longer do so as my meds triggered my seizures, so it wasn’t worth it. ---
**Author:** ![bensgal](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/46a35a/32.png) [@bensgal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bensgal)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2014, 11:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/53 "2014-07-18T23:11:58Z")
pancreatitis migraines ---
**Author:** ![jayrey](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/47e85d/32.png) [@jayrey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jayrey)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2014, 2:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/54 "2014-07-20T02:09:47Z")
> [@Crafter\_Man](#): > > Not here to brag, but I must be a genetic abnormality. I’m 46, and have never been diagnosed with anything (unless you count nearsightedness), nor do I take medication. Threads like this make me feel very lucky/fortunate. You are. Enjoy it. I hope, for your sake, that that situation lasts many, many more years for you. I used to think that people who said, “If you’ve got your health, you’ve gotten everything” were Pollyanna idiots. Not anymore. ---
**Author:** ![DingoelGringo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/9d8465/32.png) [@DingoelGringo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DingoelGringo)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2014, 2:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/55 "2014-07-20T02:23:30Z")
All I have is the standard mix of Diabetes and high blood pressure and cholesterol problems. Triple bypass 8 years ago with a prognosis of 50% chance of living 5 more years etc… Also the old tired penis doesn’t wish to stand up any more! BUt I have been told that has more to do with the mix of daily drugs that I swallow. I am presently 68 years old. ---
**Author:** ![Moonlitherial](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/4bbf92/32.png) [@Moonlitherial](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Moonlitherial)\ **Post date:** [July 21, 2014, 1:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/56 "2014-07-21T13:02:07Z")
Anemia (under control) Essential Tremors Migraines (mostly controlled) Oddly the biggest threat to my life is probably the tremors. I’m getting clumsier every year and I don’t bounce the way I used to. There are medications but the doc’s have all assured me I’ll be happier if I wait as long as possible to start taking them. Like **Shakes** my handwriting is illegible and eating is a bit of an adventure some days. I have recently discovered that alcohol seems to suppress the tremors so at least at social occasions I’m fairly stable. ---
**Author:** ![Rhiannon8404](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rhiannon8404/32/17929_2.png) [@Rhiannon8404](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhiannon8404)\ **Post date:** [July 21, 2014, 6:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/57 "2014-07-21T18:55:54Z")
Migraines Arthritis ---
**Author:** ![Mama\_Zappa](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/71e660/32.png) [@Mama\_Zappa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mama_Zappa)\ **Post date:** [July 23, 2014, 12:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/58 "2014-07-23T00:35:53Z")
Hmmm. I can give the OP a run for his (and his doctors’) money: Asthma Hypothyroidism Hypertension Restless Legs Syndrome Sleep apnea Excessive daytime sleepiness Allergies Gastroesophageal reflux High cholesterol Osteoarthritis (knees) Plantar fasciitis Rotator cuff issues Prediabetes Peripheral neuropathy (unrelated to above, as far as we can tell) Colon polyps (arguably; I’ve had 'em removed several times) ---
**Author:** ![mage-girl](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/cc9497/32.png) [@mage-girl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mage-girl)\ **Post date:** [July 23, 2014, 4:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/59 "2014-07-23T04:02:27Z")
My goodness. I’d thought I had too many health problems, but some of you struggle with much, much worse. The fact that you’re here and posting is inspiring. 🙂 My chronic health problems: - Major Depression/Bipolar 2 (my newest psychiatrist is waffling; it’ll probably end up being changed to Major Depression) - Severe anxiety - ADD (not diagnosed until I was well out of college) - Dermatillomania (compulsive skin picking) - Asthma (very mild) - High blood pressure - Obesity (though I did lose 25lbs in the last several months) - Obstructive sleep apnea (requires a CPAP) - Back pain (combination of arthritis and spinal stenosis; has gotten slightly better since I lost a little weight) - Tendinitis in my hands (most often), shoulders, and elbows I am taking medication for some of these with varying degrees of success. At the moment I seem to be pretty stable, though I did have an incident with my meds this last weekend that almost sent me to the emergency room. So maybe I shouldn’t get too complacent just yet. :smack: ---
**Author:** ![fachverwirrt](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/94ad74/32.png) [@fachverwirrt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fachverwirrt)\ **Post date:** [July 23, 2014, 11:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-your-diagnosed-chronic-dis-eases/693341/60 "2014-07-23T23:43:22Z")
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