by Dr Aletta | Jun 4, 2012 | Chronic Illness, Self-Esteem
I am vain. Generally, I like how I look. Not beautiful, I am grateful to my mother (who was beautiful) for giving me a decent face. That face is now quite puffy and I can no longer fit into much of my wardrobe. I waver between extreme self-consciousness and forgetting... by Dr Aletta | Apr 3, 2012 | Chronic Illness
Editor’s Note: Struggling with my own chronic illness issues lately, I’ve found it difficult to admit that sometimes it can get the better of me. Having the energy to write has been a challenge. My mind badgers me to post something or else I’m guilty... 
by Dr Aletta | Feb 27, 2012 | Chronic Illness
Editor’s Note: Dr. Aletta first wrote this article in 2012. At the time there was little information that was easily accessible to the general public about the practical aspects of living with Chronic Illness and so Dr Aletta wrote several articles on her... 
by Dr Aletta | Nov 2, 2011 | Chronic Illness
A few weeks ago I received an email from a mom with chronic illness looking for some advice. Our email conversation made me so happy, with her permission, I share it with you here: Football Mom with neurosarcoidosis (chronic illness) asks… Dear Dr. Aletta I have... 
by Dr Aletta | Sep 12, 2011 | Anxiety, Chronic Illness, Good Therapy
I read somewhere that properly diagnosing chronic illness can take from two to three years. Many of you wait even longer. In the meantime, while the doctors scratch their heads, we’re expected to be happy we’re alive. And that’s if they don’t...
