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- Welcome to part 2 where we will watch Kelsey and Lara start their laser treatments and talk about what it’s like navigating relationships with chronic pain. Will they find relief??? Watch to find out!
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I can’t believe Kelsey couldn’t sue that doctor, it’s obviously his fault that she is constantly be in pain and somehow he isn’t being held responsible
Emma Hague I agree, clearly that surgery was botched.
I didn't understand that part. Can we someone tell me what surger?
Arya A it explains, in the video I try marijuana for my chronic pain. I think Its on buzfeedblue.
In the video, she said that she couldn’t sue because of the statute of limitations. In another video, she goes into detail of how this particular doctor botched a surgery to correct her jaw or something... she kept coming back saying she was in pain but told her to wait 3, 6, 12 months to see if it’d heal. Basically, he was stalling for the statute of limitations to pass. Kelsey finally saw another doctor and said that the previous doctor performed a surgery so outdated that it should have never even been brought up.
iiitsjessmarie that pig
This is so sad. To be constantly in pain and to not be believed because there is no physical indicators. I’m super lucky not to have those things and I’m so sorry for all of you who suffers daily
Thank you. 👍🏻
Thank you!! It means a lot to us. It's super frustrating when people don't fully believe or give sympathy for your pain just because they don't see it effecting you.
You are so kind. Being sick and not looking sick is very hard. Hugs to you!!
ika lamb Thank you so much ❤ people just don't understand and believe us. Thank you for understanding and supporting us.
Thank you.. it sounds so stupid but telling someone that who goes thru all this, could help them so much! I’ve had one doctor believe me and I cried when she said she did.
No one understands my illness (it has very weird symptoms- I’ll be honest) but even after getting a diagnosis from the Mayo Clinic I still wasn’t believed.
So thank you ❤️
I've tried this in the past. My healer didn't have such fancy equipment but I recognize the vials of "toxins" immediately. After purchasing several hundred dollars worth of supplements, I finally figured out the parlor trick used for toxin identification. You can kind of see in these videos that the woman is using a different direction and type of pressure pushing their arms down for the "toxins" that she believes are causing these illnesses. I don't have experience with the lasers, but they put me off immediately with the vials. These clinics are selling hope to people; that hope is what heals patients and changes the power the symptoms have over patients.
Please be careful spending money on stuff like this. Be safe. Take care of yourselves. I want Kelsey and Lara to get better so much but more than that I don't want them to be taken advantage of.
This sounds like bs. Like the TCM (traditional chinese medicine) thing too - pushing on hands and causing pain.
It's a placebo effect, I think.
Thank you for sharing this!!
The smile on her face when her boyfriends name was mentioned... ☺️🤗 melted my heart.
Sophia Mila Wishes mine too!! I’ve lost a very serious bf due to my chronic illness (and pain), so to see her find someone who loves her with all the baggage that comes with it, it just makes me so happy! People deserve that. ❤️
Same here i am so facinated by this i suffer from boarderline lupus idiopathic systemic rheumatoid arthritis i have a vlog that i just did. On my experience having both hips replaced at 15 this series has be in tears
Trigeminal neuralgia is apparently one of the worst pains a human can experience. Kelsey, you are such a strong woman. Wow.
pugs910 yeah, it’s called the suicide disease for a reason. Absolutely horrible to go through, but Kelsey is amazing.
i heard about that too, i feel so sorry for her!
Yes it is, I have occipital neuralgia and I will do anything to end my pain. It’s so sad
I have TN. It sucks so hard. There is nothing that cures the pain.
I've had tn since I was 16. I can't even explain the pain of flareups. Giving birth to 3 kids was a breeze compared to tn
This series has been fascinating to watch because l have chronic pain too. I am so sick and tired of being sick and tired. I truly hope that this treatment works for you, but more importantly, that it CONTINUES to improve your quality of life. 💖
sharon zona I’m totally in the same boat. I have fibromyalgia, amongst a few things, and if these lasers work, I want them all.
I too am a Fibro girl.I am sick of being sick and sick of not feeling like myself. I love watching this as well! Never hurts to try right?
sharon zona Preach girl. As a sufferer of chronic pain it’s really wonderful to see people trying and receiving different treatments. I do so hope this helps these ladies, and I do so hope that you too get to feel pain free again someday!
Another chronic painie here and boy does the sentiment sick and tired of always being sick and tired resonate! I hope we can all be cured one day and live a pain free life!!!
Just reaching out because I run a FB support group for people with chronic illnesses (I have an autoimmune disease called Sjogren’s). Please feel free to join! facebook.com/groups/thespooniesquad/
"goes into their mitochondria and stimulates their regeneration"
Mitochondria have nothing to do with "cell regeneration" they are responsible for cell respiration.
Mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell
Photon light electrons
Photon light electrons radiation etc minotchondria BOOM
Umm. For real?.... class 3b-4 lasers stimulates the mitochondria to create atp. Which atp= energy which is used in various functions such as regeneration.... but it's not a one time treatment that will work immediately.... some of these ppl in this vid seem fake, such as one girl who said, this feels great... u dnt feel it. Cold lazer therapy gives off no heat... anyway, when i worked in a Veterinary clinic, the 1st time I learned about cold laser therapy, our patient was an arthrtic German shepard who could barely walk anymore even with the arthritis sumplements... after 2-3 months of lazer tx.... this patient had full motility again and even runs sometimes.... it's proof in my eyes that laser therapy is a breakthrough.
Stimulate the adrenal glad to improve immune system!? Seriously!?
As someone who also suffers from chronic pain and has never really been able to put into words the emotions that come with it, Kelsey saying "I remember being happier an that makes me sad" actually brought me to tears. Those are the words that I've been trying to say for a year, so thank you. Even if this treatment doesn't work please know that by simply making this series you have helped so many of us not feel alone and lost.
Was so touched when she started crying. Living with that level of pain and feeling relief is just amazing, good luck
This is probably one of the best series made so far. It feels so real and it’s opened my eyes. I never realized that people actually deal with things and look so “fine”. It’s amazing to watch this and learn about these things so if I ever meet someone who has this I can understand more of what’s going on
Luzaurora Echevarria Thank you so much for your kindness and compassion. Your willingness to feel and show empathy is exactly what the world needs (and especially those of us with debilitating chronic pain)
Luzaurora Echevarria
Speaking as someone who has TN like Kelsey it's honestly the worst pain on the world, it's like being sucker punched in the side of the face whilst having a red hot poker shoved under your skin and having someone rummage about with it, and I've also been in full blown labor, had a c-section, caught a flesh eating infection from the section and has parts of my tummy removed, as painful as all that was TN is by far the worse 😔 some people call it the suicide disease, and the only treatment I've found that works is a product called Volterol, even if an attack is happeneing it takes it away within minutes.
I hope people with TN at least try to use it, I've not been on medication for TN for 2 years because of using it.
Luzaurora Echevarria that would mean a lot to them, I promise you!
I feel so bad for Lara. I also have endometriosis but i dont have all the other things she has. My heart goes out for her.
As someone who has had chronic pain for 11 years I am so pleased to see that there is hope out there. It's important to remember if you are in pain you are never alone - someone else in the world is suffering the same as you and I know I could empathise a lot with the girls!
Great series so far! xx
Reaching out to others that are chronically ill, I've heard some awful stories like husbands calling their wives lazy and their faking it. My heart really goes out to them along with the single mom and dads that are sick. I met my husband young (14) 4 years before becoming ill. He's my rock and everyone deserves that💗
FIBRO MOM I got called drama queen by my ex & his family when I had to lay down instead of going out. The worst was when one of my vertebrae was crushed, no one believed I was in more pain than usual. I had to drive myself to the emergency room, the staff freaked out, called the cops worried about domestic violence.
FIBRO MOM that's me and the worst thing is I think I may be dealing with depression or aspergers with sensory processing disorder and a bunch of other invisible illnesses and I get no support from any one of his family or my "support workers" who are trying to claim I'm not listening but I am listening I just only pick up on one task at a time as I'm currently going through a lot
melissa dawn I'm sorry Melissa.. You didn't ask for this baggage but here you are fighting it each and every day.. If you ever need a friend, I'm here girl.
Jessica Berry Oh Jessica, if tables were turned then they'd get it but if they would at least hear to listen rather than respond, you'd be getting more out of it. When your dealing with sensory overload, it effects you physically too.. Nothing gets done because your mind is like a freight train and your drained. I recently made a video about this to spread awareness but your right, another one of the many "invisible" Illnesses that so many are quick to judge 💗hugs
I also starting dating my man before becoming ill and he has been so kind and understanding towards what I'm going through. He has never once made me feel guilty for not being able to be Intimate. I am so grateful for him and his support.
When Lara smiled at the mention of Patrick ❤✨
Treasure Chisom-Nwosu qqqq
"I remember being happier, and that makes me sad." 😢 That hit a little too close to home for me.
I found this last night while I was in a bad pain flare up. I have issues with my lower back/hips and sciatica. And I just cried so much from realizing that people feel the same way physically AND mentally. Lara’s explanations about how it takes a toll on herself when she’s with friends is me to a T and I feel so validated 😭
Hi Kelsey and Laura, my name is Patrick, I've been a subscriber to As/Is TH-cam channel for about a year now. I really enjoy watching your videos. I have 2 chronic lower back pain conditions, Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and Degenerative Disc Disease in my lower back and Osteoarthritis in both of my knees and in my hips. I know what other people with chronic pain conditions go through. I can't sleep most nights because of my chronic pain so I binge watch your videos. Binge watching your videos helps me get through the sleepless nights and helps me forget about my pain. Thank you for making your videos, I really appreciate it.
As an Ehlers-Danlos patient I can’t explain how much I love this series.
Thank you to all the people that make it. From the cast to the crew to the people funding it.
Have you found anything that helps with eds pain? I've tried so many things but nothing is helping
I have EDS too! I’ve found that CBD oil is really helpful for as-needed pain relief. But nothing helps long-term.
I know right!! Nothing helps
I have EDS too! I like this series even if I know the treatments they are trying can't help me. When what is wrong with you is in your very DNA there isn't a fix. At least not yet. I am trying CBD oil to manage my pain, but so far I can't tell if it is working. I just really don't want to resort to opiates, they scare me.
I also have EDS and this series gives me a glimmer of hope. Do you also have POTS? I’ve barely been able to stand lately without passing out. it’s been so severe and I have no idea what’s making it flare up so bad.
This is nonsense, and I am tired of people with chronic pain like me, getting sucked into expensive treatments. Critical thinking is important too. But it makes me sick people profit off chronic pain.
Vaywen I have chronic pain too (endometriosis like Lara) and I can’t believe they did this
Yeah, but you try. It sounds so amazing and they promise a better life or at least life without pain... I have constant pain (my doctors don't know yet if it's chronic pain, it's just constant), but I'd give everything just to not feel this.
Absolutely.
Ditto. I hate seeing other sufferers get sucked into stuff like this but I'm also desperately wishing it would work.
People have to make money somehow. Doctors worked hard to get degrees to heal people. I agree, it's overpriced. But they have to make a living too
How tf do you forgive someone who put you in possibly permanent pain because they didn’t know what they were doing
It’s the first step in like moving on from it
My heart goes out to you two, I have a chronic illness; lupus and I get chronic headaches and my body is constantly exhausted and in pain. You feel like a burden to those around you. I'm hoping that this treatment is successful so that you girls feel better like you deserve to feel and so that I may be able to do it one day too.
Just reaching out because I run a FB support group for people with chronic illnesses (I have an autoimmune disease called Sjogren’s). Please feel free to join! facebook.com/groups/thespooniesquad/
i hope they get cured/healed....... cannot imagine how hard it must have been for them
Manas Yadav It didn't work for them sadly
+Don't Touch Me how do you know ?? let's wait for another episode.... let's hope they get better.
Manas Yadav They did a podcast and said it didn't work
As a psychologist, I'm obviously all for cognitive behavioral therapy and do think it would be helpful in at least helping to deal with the pain. I'm wondering if this woman is qualified to be undertaking that sort of therapy though. I do believe in the use of laser therapy for certain things, but this didn't really seem legit to me...maybe in dealing with skin issues, but I have a hard time believing it'd be very helpful for issues with the central nervous system or internal organs. I'm curious to see if it actually works or if they just have some placebo effects due to wanting to believe it worked. I feel so bad for the pain you girls and everyone who goes through this has to endure. I really hope you find some solution... no one should be in pain every single day.
Inge G. Kelsey said in her podcast Adult Sh*t that it didn't work for her.
I work in health care and I really want to understand the science of this but I'm wondering if there's actual evidence of it working? I'm also thinking maybe placebo effect but we'll see... The fact that she's doing the therapy part of it too seems a little odd to me
wondering too about the science backing this treatment
Inge G. Watch the next video
Inge G. I'm glad you said this. I certainly agree treating the psychosomatic portion is important, but she just... idk something about her doesn't sit well with me.
Me :hears mitochondria
Also me : MITOCHONDRIA IS THE POWERHOUSE OF THE CELL
My dad has a very rare condition which causes him chronic pain. I don’t know how he does it but he still manages to stay super close with my mom, and tell jokes/laugh.
GreenIshWater_ xX He is very strong, and you’re so strong too 💙 Wishing you the best 💙☺️
Hey there I would love to be able to help your dad. Could you message me on Instagram or e-mail me carina@holistichart.com - I was chronically ill for 16 years and bed ridden for 4 - couldnt travel for 8 years because of my chronic pain and conditions -> I am now around 70-80% healed. I've made it my purpose now to help others find answers and relief as well! Would love to help him. Thank you so much!
I really love this. I have Endometriosis, Chronic Migraines, and Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome. Nobody really understands it ever. So I'm really happy that you guys are bring awarness and sharing your stories. Thank you!
laura7456 I probably have endometriosis but I’m not sure, also probably have chronic migraine but with migraine attacks on top of that. Basically I’m always in pain, used to have chronic fatigue syndrome as well. Luckily I can function a lil bit better now. I’m in treatment for my headache, there is a treatment for chronic migraines every tried something for it?
Just reaching out because I run a FB support group for people with chronic illnesses (I have an autoimmune disease called Sjogren’s). Please feel free to join! facebook.com/groups/thespooniesquad/ :)
I'm the same. I have days where I have such a bad migraine I'm vomiting and cant move in any way. I have tried every single treatment there is except botox. I'm in the process of getting botox though. The only thing that has helped is marijuana, but only on light days. It sucks. I'm sorry you're going through it too.
laura7456 I actually don’t have the vomiting but I do feel very nauseous. And ridiculously dizzy. What kind of treatments have you tried if I may ask?
different prescriptions, chiropractors, massage, physiotherapy, biofeedback, meditation, aromatherapy, change of diet, etc.
The joy on Laura’s face after she did the treatment at home almost made me cry
Hi I'm a fellow invisible illness sufferer & my husband & I had a fight recently. He told me that he resents me for not being able to work due to my chronic pain. He has to do double shifts constantly to pay bills. Even though I understand his frustration, I was crushed & have been searching for ways to work from home, but I just can't believe he actually said that to me out loud. Sometimes I feel like I should be alone as my medical issues cause me to be such a burden. #ChronicPainSucks
I'm so sorry, that is truly awful :(
I rarely comment but I couldn't pass this by. Fellow chronic pain sufferer here, also homebound and unable to work. I've been with my significant other for 13 years now. What your husband said was horrible and you deserve better. You deserve unconditional love. If you're not in individual therapy I highly recommend it, find out more about yourself, learn to love yourself. You are worth it. You are beautiful. You deserve happiness and a supportive husband and whatever else you dream to do. I spent years in bed, had surgeries to help some of my issues and fought so damn hard to "recover." I was able to have my miracle baby, I found ways to be able to take care of him without assistance. I'm living my life, while living with chronic pain. I truly hope you can do the same. Believing in yourself first and also having a partner who believes in and supports you. That's an amazing thing. Don't settle for less, you are not a burden.
This is like by far my favorite series you guys have made. Amazing
I cried when lara did insert the thing. omggg
fani Same I was so happy for her
That makes me so happy to see Lara finally be able to live a life where pain isnt the only thing she deals with and worries about. So happy for both of them
She says she's not putting doctors down, I thought she was a doctor. What is she then? This makes me more and more skeptical even though I want to believe the opposite.
You know what? I'm all for this if it makes someone feel any better. I feel so lucky that I do not have chronic pain. I know quite a few people that do in my family. I just hope that one day these people can get through a whole day sometime.
I agree. Even if it’s all pseudo science and “in their heads” it’s working for Lara so far.
When they spoke to the doctor about there beliefs, that made me bawl. It hit really close to home, thank you for creating this series and for being so strong and brave, showing everyone it’s ok to not be ok.
I appreciate this episode so much. As an 18 yo with major back pain and I will probably have this pain for my entire life and I appreciate this being brought to light. I started crying because I feel validated. All of the doctors and treatments that don’t work. The good days and the horrible days. This gives me hope. Thank you so much for creating this.
IM BAWLING MY EYES OUT AT THE ENDING OF THIS EPISODE. So happy for you girl! I really hope these lasers can help you both take a step forward in handling your pain!!!
I think it’s really important that you guys make these type of videos. I really hope this one helps if not completely works out for you. I have been watching your videos for years and honestly content like this means so much more to me than some of the other stuff buzzfeed puts out. ❤️
I literally started crying at the end of the video. I've watched Buzzfeed for years and I've seen Lara talk about her illness and I always felt so bad for her. She would always say how there's no relief and how she can't do normal things and seeing her finally get that is so heartwarming and beautiful. I really truly hope that this worked long term for them.
Clicked this thinking theres no way one of these people has endo- so many people say it's not a chronic pain condition, its not that big a deal, its just cramps, your period isn't supposed to feel good get over it THANK YOU for showing what we go through!
I am so beyond excited that i stumbled across this video, chronic pain is something that i have lived with for the past 17 years of my life and the fact that you made this video just made me feel if nothing else, not alone. So thank you for sharing your journey and i am praying that you both find your happy endings.
The entire thing starting at 11:00 me cry, I relate so hard, and I am happy that someone gets it but no one deserves to feel this way
You both have no idea the beautiful impact your having. Thank you. as someone with chronic illness it is soo amazing To just feel heard and affirmed for this experienced . The fear almost of trying again to heal, the exhaustion the intimacy issues. the mental health issues UGH thank you thabk you thabk you!
this video makes me feel hopeful and i really appreciate hearing that i’m not the only one dealing with pain. would love to hear more.
Damn I appreciate this so much, I live with a chronic illness and it has such a negative impact on my personal relationships and employment. Many chronic conditions are invisible, so I'm glad these videos are shedding light on what it's like to live with chronic health issues
so i can believe in most of this but the whole "toxin" bit at the beginning was a little crunchy for me. but, that doesn't make it unhelpful. just....skeptical about that particular part.
quicksilver8122 I have actually done all of these and they work long term for chronic pain.
KEEP ON LADIES.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Cant wait to see the rest!
I relate to this so much. For years I had an undiagnosed neck and brain injury that drastically impacted my life. Finally I've found someone who can properly treat me and starting to feel good again is amazing. I had forgotten what it felt like to feel good.
literally SOBBING watching this video. i’m 16 and have been dealing with similar stuff for 3ish years now. been to every doctor and nothing is working. trying a nutritionist/ chiropractor with similar practices as this laser lady in the video and i’m extremely hopeful, but also scared. i’m terrified that this won’t work and i’m still going to be feeling awful and in pain for years and years. thank you so so SO much for making this series and putting yourselves out there for others to watch this journey, it makes us feel not so alone. love you both and i’m hoping all of us can finally get some relief. xoxo
I wanted to thank you again for making this series, I’m 14 and suffer from Central sensitisation which is a type of chronic pain that means my nervous system is maxed up. I’ve had it for two years now and I’m fed up with people telling me it’s not real, made up, an age thing ect...
Praying this works for you and hope this comes to New Zealand!!
Good golly, what an incredible amount of strength you have. I hope your struggle becomes lesser. 😊😊💜
The mitchondrea, the power house of the cell.
olivia wyatt Mitochondria*
She knows science!
olivia wyatt n
I agree
Lilly Singh?!
Wow. Just wow. Ladies, thank you for being so frank and honest. I can't imagine the courage it takes. I too live with chronic pain...and the people in my life can never understand. Almost as though you're milking it or being dramatic. I hope this opens some eyes!
I literally cried of happiness for you girls! Hope it works wonders for you and may your lives change for the best!!
I broke three of my ribs in a car accident about a year ago and the doctor said the pain will never fully go away. It's hard to exercise, twist my body, but the worst it sleeping. It's hard because I don't want other people to go through chronic pain like I do but it's also nice knowing I'm not alone. Great series.
Hey how you doing
As someone with trigeminal neuralgia, which took an entire year to diagnose, I just want to thank buzzfeed and Kelsey for spreading awareness about this. It is something that I have struggled with for a while with doctors that weren’t aware of the diagnosis always asking “are you sure? What tests have you done? Who diagnosed you?” Even when I’m sobbing at 4 in the morning in the hospital after being there under observation for hours when the nerve blockers I’m on just don’t quite do enough.
So thank you for speaking about this and spreading awareness
How are you?
Crying my eyes out at this. Both because I feel so sad that they have to go through it (even though they say they don't want pity - they shouldn't have to deal with it) but also because I empathise. I have chronic pain and I know how it feels to be simultaneously overcome and unable to "keep up" with your partner or friends, but still not want to complain or be a burden to them. So you either struggle through, or miss out altogether. It's crap.
Lara what you said about feeling like a destructive elephant really resonates with me. I, too, suffer from depression and chronic pain, and I understand that feeling. Thank you, both, for sharing these really intimate and personal parts of your lives, it means a lot.
Thank you for being so brave and sharing. I have chronic pain and its hard when your young, but keeping hope alive and mindfulness work as well as, staying as healthy as possible for you . xoxo sending love "gentle hugs"
I wish I can help both of you!
It’s NOT Bs. I suffered for 16 years with chronic pain. Was bed ridden from age 20-24. Went through 10 years of western doctors surgeries and treatments only to end up worse then when it all began.
I tried everything under the sun and nothing worked until I found Carmen Care in Boca. Around 3 months after my first few weeks of lasers and detoxes I was starting to feel more like a normal person, something I forgot what it felt like. It DOES work and there are hundreds and hundreds of other patients who have had their lives changed by Carmen Care Laser Therapies after everything else failed them.
and here you care again. you have been everywhere
Carina Loya if you don’t mind me asking, what was your chronic illness? I’m in the same boat.. been sick for almost 3 years and bed ridden most of it. So it’s not as long as you had, but no one knows how to help.. I can’t even find a doctor willing to see me just for help like if I got strep! They see “gastroparesis” and run away...
Carina nobody said it was BS but alrighty
Hi, I just wanted to thank you for this video. I have a chronic joints pain, and just seeing you guys keeping hope helps me realize I am not alone. Travelling, practicing sports, going through periods, like just living feels difficult sometimes. God knows how much I hate to talk about it but thanks to you, I can. So thank you.
Whether this helped or not, showing so much day to day is so powerful. Showing people the true reality... I have chronic pain and am just sixteen. It’s so complex that people don’t understand even when they think they do.
Love that y'all are doing this series. I have TN too and haven't ever heard of this. I've had it for almost 5 years, not as bad as Kelsey but still in pain. If it works, I might have to try it out!
Emma Mustin please don't try this specific treatment. It is very very pseudo-sciency - her explanation of how it works makes no sense from a scientific viewpoint.
Kimberly Brouwers someone in the comments says it does help temporarily but it brings back hope for the patient which for most with chronic pain is long gone. So it might be worth it depending on the costs.
Raya Xx yeah but then you would lose that when the pain returns right?
Like this is absolutely crazy but tbh with my chronic illnesses I wouldn't care if it worked or if it was just a placebo effect because it'd provide some relief either way.
Just reaching out because I run a FB support group for people with chronic illnesses (I have an autoimmune disease called Sjogren’s). Please feel free to join! facebook.com/groups/thespooniesquad/
Another amazing video - thanks girls!! This one had me balling, when the Dr asked if you could remember what being without pain feels like I completely lost it because I truly don’t remember that. Then when she was able to insert the laser for 20 minutes it made me so happy cause you could just see the amazement & excitement beaming. So hoping this truly helps the both of you. Sending BIG hugs.
Thank you for this series! Chronic pain is life changing and helping people understand without pity or sadness is a beautiful thing. We are in pain, but we are so much more than just our pain, even when we we’re overwhelmed by it.
I have a chronic illness myself and I can definitely say that it's taken a toll on all my relationship and they simply couldn't handle it . Forever single 👍
😔Relationships never work
I struggle with IBS, and I have tried going on diets and eating different foods, also different medicines but the pain never seems to end. I am really sorry, about your pain and I hope you can keep fighting and getting through it.
You are so very strong. Thank you for your support of others.
Grace Carmody get tested for SIBO ☺️
Love get checked for Endometriosis! It can present as IBS
I just turned 16 and having my second lap for endometriosis in two weeks and knowing that there are people like Lara out there who are going through exactly what I’m going through and is so open helps so much. The worst part is people not understanding but Lara truly gets it
Love this series 😍 it gives bed so much hope that even though you can be in serious chronic pain that you can still be successful
Sorry, this lady is FULL OF IT.
I'm no doctor but the testing adn the treatments seem so pseudo-sciencey? I hope they work (and the placebo effect is a real thing that gives real, lasting results despite its nature interestingly enough!) but like? the arm raising thing and idk it just feels flimsy so if it actually does work I'm gonna be really impressed
Lara face of happines and hope at the end was the best, Im so happy she can finally have some relief
Y'all are amazing, honestly. I have chronic migraines and some vaginal problem too (we're doing tests to figure it out, it was sorta new when I mentioned my horrific period cramps making me throw up and pass out and just lay in bed sobbing) and honestly I give props to people who are able to do this stuff. When my pain starts getting horrible I just stay home sleeping hoping it'll go away. Keep moving ahead you guys, this stuff sucks but youre making the best out of this crappy situation you have
I watched these videos when they came out but now 2 years later watching them when I’ve been diagnosed with Endometriosis is so different
Lara what you said about letting the pain win and feeling like a monster and people don't wanna hear about it.... I felt that so hard, I feel exactly the same way,... I'm so sick and tired of saying "I don't feel well" and wanting to cry ( I have severe migraines and abdominal pain and nausea)
Yes yes YES!!! Thank you two so much for going through this agonizing process to show the rest of us what options are out there. It's so wonderful to know that I'm not alone. 💙
Kelsey and Lara- thank you for sharing this. Listening to your experiences and feelings about the pain made me cry. I have chronic migraines and hemiplegic migraines that have gotten worse the older I get. I have tried everything for them and I feel so judged by people. All I ever wanted was to be believed. I'm currently stable and have reduced my migraines to 4 per month with the help of my amazing neurologist, primary care physician, physical therapist, and dietician. It takes so much work and puts such a toll.on you mentally and physically. You guys are strong AF. I love this series so much ♡♡
Why am I crying? Because Lara’s happy for the first time in a while and she’s crying, so I’m crying with her.
I’m crying this has been the best episode!
I can’t express how grateful I am for these videos. Laura and Chelsea, thank you so much. Dealing with chronic pain can make you feel so alone and leave you spiraling into darkness and just seeing a video like this helps so much. You put into words EXACTLY what i feel Laura! It’s reassuring and makes me feel hopeful. I hope you both find your peace and happiness at the end of this!
I’m an hour away from Boca, and I have crippling migraines. I’m literally in tears from just the idea that this is something that could work and is accessible for me
Could there possibly be a "Living with depression in a relationship" video?
*More episodes* of managing *chronic pain* whilst being *in a relationship* and being *a good partner* (not just physically)
(A more *in depth* one... *PLEASE* )🤞
I cried so so hard when you two talk about the emotional consequences of the pain. I recognized myself in every word that was said.... Hope the treatment works and you two can have a normal life again
I've had chronic pain since age two, it started with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, now Systemic Lupus, Celiac disease, Sjogrens disease etc. etc. NOT being believed is probably the most hurtful thing ever. Hearing "but you don't look sick" sucks, being in that dark cloud that constantly wants to consume you into its abyss is a battle I am all to familiar with. Hating things you once loved and the anger associated with being sick is something not many can understand. THANK YOU for these videos. Thank you! I'm hoping this both helps you.
Lara, I've had horribly pelvic pain and my gyno has referred me to a physical therapist for vaginismus, which is common when you've experienced long term pain near by. Hope you both feel better. #Fibro # CFS #PCOS #PMDD
Dioxin is also in pads and tampons
I never knew that
I guess you learn something every day
Wow. That sucks!
This is amazing, I have nothing but love for these ladies for being honest and true to their experiences.
I am honestly so grateful you both made this series. I’m 17 years old and for 3 years now I’ve struggled with Chronic Pain, specifically Fibromyalgia. The way that people look at me and the way I feel 24/7, the walking aids and pain management I need day to day... it can make a person feel really isolated and awful. You girls making this video really makes me feel amazing about myself. I’m really glad you both got to have this experience and I’m really really happy that you shared it with the world. ❤️
I'm still skeptical AF but I will keep watching.
I live with chronic pain. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia at 17 and at 29 I can say it's gotten a lot worse and I've tried everything. It's frustrating because it's an invisible illness and I look "fine" so many people just think im faking or just being a baby about it. They have no clue how bad it gets yea some people have it worse but it still sucks and healthy people don't realize how lucky they are..
Kung-Fu Kenny Family how do you manage everyday? Actually i really wanna know.. About it
Kung-Fu Kenny Family same here it's gotten much worse for me it's hard in the winter because I'm stiff and in excruciating pain but even my own husband doesn't get it and gets annoyed because I said I'm going to ask for a home health aide
I'm with you, i have fibro too. Nobody understand.
Kung-Fu Kenny Family my sister and I have Lupus and other complications from it and it's like an invisible illness because we seem fine and I understand you completely. My family didnt get it at first but we've spiked to them showed them the research and they've gone to appointments with us so it's helped them understand more. I really hope you get the support and understanding you need.
Kung-Fu Kenny Family I'm 19 and I've been in chronic pain for about a year now. Slowly but surely getting worse, but it lapses and I'll have a few good months then a few terrible months. My doctor has mentioned Fibromyalgia multiple times, but refuses to diagnose me yet, because it's not something that can be tested. He keeps saying that I'm just sleeping wrong and that's why I'm getting pain in my shoulders, neck, upper back, and hips. But I know my body and I know this isn't a bad nights sleep type of thing. All my symptoms fit with fibromyalgia.
How did you convince your doctor to take you seriously? I've seen 4 different doctors, and all of them assume I'm lying or I'm over exaggerating.
Really felt that when Lara spoke about not wanting to eat out and all the memes about girls who only eat salads. I have massive dietary restrictions and can’t really eat anything without getting extremely ill and in pain. (Currently why I’m lying in bed watching this lol) I wish people could be more understanding about other people’s eating habits/restrictions. It sucks when other people comment on how little I’m eating and make a big deal about it.
As someone living with chronic illness and pain I am living for this series. I totally relate to what both of you were saying in this video especially when Kelsey was saying about not wanting to have people feel sorry for you. I hate telling people about my conditions cause I just get "you poor thing" and "how do you cope?" Like i cope cause I have to and I dont need to be pitied
I hope you guys get well :) thankyou for sharing your experience!
I'm currently 17 but became chronically ill at 14. I have multiple sclerosis, gastroparesis, mals etc. I even have a feeding tube so I get nervous when it comes to dating because I feel like it can be a lot to deal with.
You seem like such a sweet person, I don’t think anybody (anybody worth dating at least) would care! I’m sure you are strong and beautiful, and you can overcome whatever people say.
D_loves_ Journey._ I agree, I've had lupus since 12 and now I'm 30, it def complicates dating but someone that truly cares about you will learn to deal, trust me.
Sending so much love
I wish you the best my darling and you are amazing no matter what
Hey sweetheart, please find me on iG @holistichart - I was chronically ill for 16 years and now am 70% healed - I help other people for a living be able to do the same! Looking forward to hearing from you! You can also email me carina@holistichart.com 💗
Thank you so much for talking about this on such a public forum. It helps spread the word about chronic illnesses, as well as helping people who suffer from them know that they aren't alone.
You probably won’t see this, but I have an understanding. I’ve gone through very similar stuff and I’ve let it get too far pain wise. I can’t really talk to people because the down play it, and so do I, I guess. But watching these videos, reminds me that there are people that understand. So thanks for that, I really appreciate it.
Watching this well laying in bed due to my chronic pain 😩 I wait to feel better when I know that tomorrow I’ll be right back in bed chronic pain sucks 😔
Presh Toscano hugs!
Presh Toscano I’m in the same boat I’m sorry ):
I’ve been up all night (it’s 8am now) due to my pain and I can’t sleep for the life of me. These videos help with hope though, especially for Lara!
It doesn't matter if anyone believes it, I hope you both find lasting pain relief.
These kind of videos are so important for chronic pain representation. It helps me feel less alone in having chronic pain.
This series is everything to me right now. It somehow makes me feel normal for being in an abnormal amount of pain all the time, and validates every single thing I feel. The hope, the false hopes, wanting to be happy, but sometimes you just can't see you just hide away. And dating! I never want to hold someone back from their lives because mine is so restricted. Thank you so much for creating this series