Hi everyone,
My name is Amber and I am 19 years old. For over 16 years I have been suffering from Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. Years of treatment and medication have failed in controlling my disability. Everyday can be a struggle... with extreme pain and stiffness.
Living with arthritis since a young age has meant I have been in many different situations and experiences.
I have created a short podcast where I talk about my invisible condition and how people can misjudge you.
Please comment under my podcast for any constructive feedback you might have! Thank you
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What a fantastic podcast! Hoping that not only our members will comment but that they use social media and other outlets to get your message out.
It would be lovely to see you posting on our forums
All best wishes
Brynmor
Thankfully in my early years the soreness and aches were just that and I was 25 before a doctor told me what was going on and arther was about.
Good luck.
As you can see, Amber, the BB issue is a regular one on here.
From the URL you give I'd guess you are a student at Huddersfield University hoping to raise awareness among fellow students. I wish you well though the cynic in me says that none of us really understands another person's 'invisible' illness or disease until / unless it hits us personally. Well done you for trying to enlighten people though. Have you read The Spoon Theory? (Just google it) That provides a good explanation of how it is living with arthritis.