Chapter 2: the book addict rejoins the world

[Paula]

Have you considered that even discomfort is more than you should be dealing with, especially as you’re being treated for it? That maybe that suggests you’re in flare even if you don’t see it?

[Jaquaia]

I hadn't but I maybe should

[Paula]

I feel like I’m constantly on your back, sorry, love ........

[Jaquaia]

It's ok. I know you only nag me because you care

It's just been stiffness in my hands today. I need to try taking anti-inflammatories when I get pain as they should help. If ibuprofen doesn't work I promise I will go to the doctors and ask for something stronger. He can give me steroids too if he thinks they'd help. I have self-heating gloves that will help too. It's the first step the hospital would take.

[Paula]

Nag?? Noooooooo, gentle encouragement

[Jaquaia]

I picked up a book and forgot my tutorial...

[Mira]

Hi, I have been out of it for a while. Been reading your thread. And I wish your discomfort and pain would be way way less. How are you doing otherwise?

[Jaquaia]

I'm ok. I've actually rested today. I should have worked but I know if I push it I will be in a huge amount of pain so pacing! Tomorrow is a full day of study

[Suzi]

You forgot your tutorial? Oops!
Will you please try to see yourself in the same way that you would see us - in pain tell us to get checked out.... The same rule applies!

[Mira]

Its possible to overdo it with study as well. So I hope you can be kind to yourself.