big setback

gothchiq

OK so I was away from here for several months because I caught this horrible virus. The doc said it wasn't the flu but the symptoms were very similar and it just. kept. relapsing. Every time I would try to get back on track, sick again, fever and all. Nothing on the bloodwork etc to show anything other than a virus. Doctor couldn't come up with any other reason or contributing factor. So during all these months of barely being able to move I of course gained 15 lb. It's been going on since November. I haven't been sick in like 6 weeks now so I am going to try and go back to the gym and eat more strictly. When I'm super sick I don't keep exact count of calories because I don't want to hinder recovery by being obsessive about weight. Now I'm oldish and short and female and this is going to take FOREVER.... that is even if I stay well, best case scenario. I'm just so ticked off with the whole situation. I WAS at goal before this crap all hit the fan.

Wish me luck as I start from scratch, guys. Blergggggh.

Jruzer

Good luck, and be kind to yourself!

nutmegoreo

I'm glad you're feeling better! I won't wish you luck on the weight loss, because you know what you're doing there. I will wish you all the best with regards to your health and hope that there are no further relapses.

gothchiq

Thank you! If I can just have no. more. viruses.... then this can be done even if slowly. That's the kind of luck I need... no more viruses!!! In fact I may have to redo my whole daily schedule so I can work out in the AM before Arthur Itis comes for me (which is chiefly in the evening.) Gym opens at five. Work starts at 8.

BZAH10

Sorry you're dealing with this. Have you sought out a 2nd opinion? Seems like a pretty serious health issue that there should be an answer for. Frustrating and time consuming, I know, but I may try to find other answers if I were you. Either way, hope you feel better soon!

gothchiq

I did locate a doctor I can try for a second opinion as a consult if this relapses again. I'm kind of in a pinch for money but if I have to I can put it on a credit card. The funny thing is, or not so funny, my husband has gotten the relapses right along with me so it probably really is a virus. I've noticed though that over time the relapses got less severe for both of us. This kind of thing is why I don't really do calorie restriction when sick because if I don't get the resources for healing I'll be sick for much longer. Lots of vitamin C and other nutrients; I can cut cals when well. Which, if luck is with me, is now. Today the gym closes super early so a yoga routine at home is a good idea. I like Yoga with Adrienne in particular.