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I dont think many of you would remember me....but after being diagnosed last Decemeber with Crohn's my life literally took a turn for the worst..they still don't have it under control..im back on prednisone..and if this doesnt work its on to stuff like humira and remicade..and that I hear is dangerous.

I've been depressed... and reading others in peril didnt help me at all and these past few months since i've been away..I thought changing my hair color and buying new clothes and things would help..nothing does. Things just suck lately and everything is ****** up.

is depression this bad in crohn's, typical?
 
Hi Terri! Sadly, I believe that depression and Crohn's often go hand in hand. Before I was diagnosed with CD, I suffered off and on with depression; I even had a bout with a major depression. The chronic pain lowers your seratonin levels with leaves you vulnerable to depression and anxiety.

I have been battling with my CD and asthma which has left me exhausted. My hubby thinks I'm sinking into a depression though. I know what you are feeling. It might make you feel better to treat yourself to something special. My advice would be to avoid making drastic changes or decisions while you are feeling blue. Hang in there sweetie.
 
I was in the hospital 3 different times this year. with about a total of 4 weeks between those 3 visits. They know me very well down there you could say. Not under circumstances i'd like for it to be, either. Sometimes I think about moving back home to NC. I love the Pacific Northwest, but been lots of crime rate hikes since things have been getting worse.
 
Homesickness can definitely add to depression. My husband is from North Carolina, and I'm from the Pacific Northwest (Alaska). If it is economically feasible, I would be inclined to say go where you will receive the most love and support from family and friends. I can understand if that's not a possibility. Do you have some friends that you could get together with? I have found that when I feel the least sociable, that is when I need to be around friends and family. I am sending warm wishes your way.
 
But problem is..there is no one I once knew that no longer resides in NC. I live in Tacoma but plan to move soon to the central part of WA where my parents moved to. I got robbed at gunpoint two weeks ago and im done with it..I had my apartment get broken into also before that just days before that ordeal. having crohns and these two episodes I have just about had it with.
 
Right now im wrapped up in my blankey with the AC really cold..(I like it that way..makes it comfortable for me to sleep lately) My dog seems to be alseep on the floor across the room and the TV playing the movie Training Day.
 
You are a strong person, Terri. Yikes! I read about when you were robbed at gunpoint. That can happen anywhere, but I can see how it would taint Tacoma for you. Give your dog extra cuddles. I love my fur baby. They can really help to relax you. :)
 
Tacoma is about 3rd in the nation for armed robberies..and the majority of those are gunpoint while stealing one's cars/form of whatever transportation you may have.
 
two days later after my car was stolen..it was recovered..no damage but there was a half empty beer with roach in the cupholder..thankful it was recovered..I have a 2003 BMW M3
 
well I would be unable to find a sponsor over there..as the one that sponsors my car is local and they help out alot..being I dont have a job and racing season started..having this extra income helps and I won 2 races this year! we race cars similar to sprint cars without the wings on top..they're sorta like old school race cars..lots of fun. and I always get muddy..I'll be back on the pavement again next week..racing some old volkswagen rabbit with a late model BMW engine out of a '03 325i im filling in for the driver because he serves overseas. so i'm his go-to girl all the time..it would be cool to dream about NASCAR but you know..it really his the elite pack..those are what you call the big boys..even the nationwide series to me I would settle for..or even the Truck series..you just can't go wrong. it's in my blood its what I love to do.
 
Hi Terri. I've never "met" a race car driver before. That is cool. Sorry about the armed robbery, but unfortunately, that can happen anywhere.

As for depression and Crohn's, I am usually a "glass half full" kind of person, but this flare has me very pessimistic, and getting upset over everything. I think depression is very common in Crohn's and other chronic illnesses.
 
well im not famous lol im on a very LOW local level after they cut the NASCAR Northwest series it really made my options limited.
 
They broke the mold when they made you, Terri! It's a real shame I can't see you while I'm in Bremerton! I want to meet you even more now! Can we start calling you Fireball? :)
 
Jessi said:
They broke the mold when they made you, Terri! It's a real shame I can't see you while I'm in Bremerton! I want to meet you even more now! Can we start calling you Fireball? :)
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Hah sure I guess..just like the old race car driver Fireball Roberts! haha. Gonna do some Friday night racing under the lights and then race again tomorrow ..got my weekend full..gonna fill in for one guy to race and then race my car on Saturday. been a busy week.
 
Awesome! I just got checked into Clackamas, OR. coming south from Bremerton. We did stop in Tacoma for toilet use. Busy city! I thought of you while I was there. I sure hope you stay healthy with such a busy weekend ahead of you! Take care, Fireball!
 
Hi

Of course we would remember you! I feel bad though that you are not doing well. I hope that your symptoms can get under control. Also being around supportive family and friends will help and to get out of a high crime rate area. Less stress always helps.
 
So I won last night's race and finished 3rd out of 20 Fri night. I'm also pursuing bodybuilding as I've decided to. I started a thread mentioning that today!
 
HI terri,
finishing in 3rd place is wonderful. about your crohn's and depression. i have had it for 21 years now and i have also Bipolar Disorder(manic depression) It's been hard dealing with both. my crohn's decided to flare up an few weeks ago and now on preds not nice especially all with my other many meds it screws with your system. depression is not nice but hopefully yours will clear up for you soon. best wishes.
 

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