chronic pain is disability, i think we need to establish that better accessibility for people thus no need to fear to travel etc, is a needed support. it just human common sense right. wish u all a better day and love this video to increase awareness for people

@lunarwolf2291

5 жыл бұрын

There is first class, business, and the normal, but they should be prepared in case someone with health issues came on board and need extra help/comfort/whatever

@CraftyWitch1990

3 жыл бұрын

In an ideal world then yes they would be able to support people with disabilities better. The problem is that there are so many disabilities that need the support it that the airline staff would need a damn medical degree to understand be able to help everyone. It's nothing but a pipe dream sadly

@glamgirl2744

3 жыл бұрын

@@lunarwolf2291 as a chronically ill individual, I usually request priority boarding so I can choose my seat, ect. It definitely helps. There are some things that airlines do offer to help disabled/ill people help. You just have to ask

Buzzfeed won't pay for some extra comfort when these ladies are making content about their CHRONIC pain? Smh

@katieg5794

6 жыл бұрын

Liz Exists I think they’re trying to show how every day people can travel with chronic pain. It’s accessible coping mechanisms. They’re still getting an all expenses paid trip to Florida to deal with their pain.

@rubysaif518

5 жыл бұрын

Who do you think are paying for their video surgeries??

@katelynayling1623

5 жыл бұрын

Well, yeah, cuz then they can't get money about the pain

@Terry-wo4up

4 жыл бұрын

Liz Exists but they can pay 25.000$ for steven to get on a luxury flight..

@shootie2967

4 жыл бұрын

Kelsey is the producer of Buzzfeed, she's Buzzfeed

Sooooo buzzfeed can pay for people eating $1,000 gold ice cream but they can’t pay for two people who want to fix their chronic pain 😐

@natalieandrew7573

4 жыл бұрын

It’s really sad honestly

@flowersgrewbackasthorns

4 жыл бұрын

I know right

@hopemacdonald1808

2 жыл бұрын

You can't fix chronic pain, you can buy medicine and treatments to help you calm your flare ups or symtoms but it won't cure it.

@Spidertheidiot

Жыл бұрын

@@hopemacdonald1808 Exactly! Everytime I see someone say something about "fixing" chronic pain I cry inside a little. I would love to fix it. I would pay sooo much money for some kinda miracle cure that would get rid of my pain, unfortunately that's not a thing.

Yesssss! Chronic pain and invisible illnesses are not talked about enough! I hope this series continues! I get chronic pain and it is hella important to talk about!

I feel for Lara. I had my first Endometriosis removal at 12, then at 14 and again at 16. Now at 18, I moved from Australia to Germany to study. I try to fight through the pain buts it so hard. Keep fighting girl.

@CaliforniaGirl49

6 жыл бұрын

Kiamatra TT endometriosis really sucks, especially when people don’t know what is feels like

@rachela2727

6 жыл бұрын

Phoebe TT same here babe. I've had so many surgeries and procedures and even had to be put into what was essentially menopause at 16 for 8 months. It was a shot I had to get every month and now I get to go through when older! But aside from the severe endometriosis I have cysts all over in there and the end has grown into other organs oh yeah and even my bowels damnit. So I feel your pain literally hunny! I wish you all the best💜

@danigeo83

6 жыл бұрын

That is insane! I cannot imagine the pain. If you don't mind me asking, if it's that bad to the point it's migrating and they put you into menopause because of it, why don't they just give you a hysterectomy?

@supportforaly

6 жыл бұрын

Danielle Marie it's a personal decision but there are also other treatment options. Also, doctors are under educated and only take out the womb when to be effective for endometriosis you need your ovaries taken out. When they take only the womb out women still suffer. And one shot they use called lupron they have discovered actually doesn't do anything for endometriosis which is what it's for which sucks because it damages your body more for now no reason whatsoever. Before women would put up with side effects thinking it was helping them out

@HotEatTheFood

6 жыл бұрын

I have it too, I actually hate when people are like "oh I get period pain too" and I'm like NO! you don't understand, it's not "just" period pain.

I think these two women are so brave to share their chronic pain and their attempts at healing on the internet. Cudos to them for being confident enough to share this to inspire others.

Dude that doctor that gave Kelsey the pain is a bunch of sht I hope they took his license away

@PurdueAlum01

5 жыл бұрын

The doctor that caused my disability it certainly wasn't intention al as actually her partner surgeon did it....but it happened in 2009 and although I worked on and off with her for 6 months after I was just so relieved when she recognized me in passing in 2016....because I think of her daily and if she isn't remember my face and my case I am not sure what I would have done. For sure it would have added to my depression but also she might have gotten knocked in the teeth right then...phew tho, she was interested in what I was trying those days...which was some potent stuff that of course she hoped worked...instead it half killed me but at least all the problems the med caused were eventually reversed. Now just back to as broken as I was in 2009. Even with the best docs in the world....INDIANA U, Cleveland Clinic, U if Cincy. Consults with Boston, Mayo...not for lack of trying but zero improvement. Some days I get a slight mask of some symptoms but nothing close to a life. I have abdominal pain at 6 to 8, and 24/7 constant horrible freaking nausea. And on top of that motion sickness going even a block. This video is amazing. These girls are so me...and hundred of ppl like me...too young for this and yet very very stuck.

@marloschiber7243

5 жыл бұрын

My first psychiatrist when I was 12 told my parents that there was nothing wrong with me and that I was just a moody teenager. Then several years later I find out I have depression. It sucks when doctors mess up or ignore your pain

@MallieAnn13

5 жыл бұрын

When you have surgery on your face, you run the risk of hitting a nerve. There’s so many nerves all over the place and it’s hard to avoid hitting one. And you sign consent papers before surgery, so Kelsey was well aware of the risks she faced with the surgery.

@scrublord_val

5 жыл бұрын

It's part of being a doctor, problems can occur. I had surgery on my thumb and had s 1 percent chance of dying form the drugs I had to take. It's what you sign up for when you have any surgery.

@stephanieolivas3978

5 жыл бұрын

@@MallieAnn13 It's true. I have numbness all over the bottom left part of my jaw after having my wisdom teeth removed. The paperwork even lists nerve damage as potential complications to the surgery. I'm so thankful I don't have chronic pain from the nerve damage like Kelsey does, but the numbness was something I knew could happen going into the procedure, so I can't be mad that it did.

I get chronic migraines and I literally have to take 2-3 days off school because it’s so painful.

@georgiasoaps

6 жыл бұрын

I do to, and I don't know where you live/if you're old enough, but medical marijuana really helps my migraines, and cbd oil is worth a shot because it's legal in the US (if thats where you are) and doesn't get you high, though I find that something with a high thc content works better (but you need to be a certain age for that)

@hayleygeri9392

6 жыл бұрын

I had to take a leave of absence because of how bad mine have been so I totally understand this x

@tenmice

5 жыл бұрын

Ok i know this is an old comment but I really hope you're okay :3

@sofiabruiz17

5 жыл бұрын

@@okradiowise didn't work for me, at all

@okradiowise

5 жыл бұрын

Sofia Brotton that sucks, have you found anything that works?

I LOVE THIS! As someone with Chronic Pain its nice to see I'm not alone, especially seeing the clip of Kelsey Saying she cant do it it touched home as all I want is 5 minutes peace from my pain!

@liesvandenplas8066

6 жыл бұрын

So true! There is never a moment without pain and it kills all us chronic pain sufferers inside. All we want is a few minutes no pain.

@Sweet2eatbaking

6 жыл бұрын

Yes! I hear you both. All I want is a pain free day/hour/minute. No-one seems to understand too. I've been called lazy before on a day I was suffering badly and had to spend the day in bed! I'd give anything to live a normal life.

@liesvandenplas8066

6 жыл бұрын

Same. People just don't understand. I am only 19 at the moment and I spend most days in bed, with like a maximum of 2 hours a day at uni. It usually ends in a seizure, though.

@al-px3sd

6 жыл бұрын

I’m with you guys. Do you know of any online support groups for chronic pain?

@HeathableHeather

6 жыл бұрын

Find yourself a 'Spoonies group' on fb i have mine for questions support and even rants and they are so supportive!

Lara my sweet Endo sister, you should look for an Endometriosis specialist that knows how to excise the lesions. I finally found one after suffering for 12+ years! I hope you get the relief you need.

"Afraid of being away from my comfort zone, bed, etc" struck a chord with me oof.

This is SO IMPORTANT. This video is so important because it just opens up a feeling of “I’m... Not alone.” It’s so important that we raise awareness about chronic illness, because it isn’t spoken about very often. The only time you hear it is when you actually get a chronic illness, then all of a sudden you start hearing about it everywhere - people open up to you if they have a chronic illness. And that becomes your drive, you start to accept what happened and move on because your not alone. We always have a relapse where we feel we can’t carry on but somehow we do. I have chrons disease but I’m on my treatment and it is working very well, I have felt proper pain for a few months now. I’m so great full. Thank god! However I feel upset and pathetic about not being able to help other people with chronic illness that they can’t find relief in. For example my Mother has Chiari Malformation and I try to find way to help her, but she continues to have pain. 💔 I pray for her, for myself and everyone else who is ill - that one day we get a cure and relief from pain. Sending lots of love! ❤️❤️❤️

@priscilaf.m.6559

4 жыл бұрын

That's so lovely to hear. It's a really important thing to discuss. I agree with you.

Hope Kelsey got some money out of that surgical mistake

@gabbyechavarria4507

6 жыл бұрын

Guadalupe Rodriguez she didn't because the doctor led her on for 2 years and there is a time limit for filing the law suite

@infinitenox9560

6 жыл бұрын

Gabby Echavarria Hope that doctor got some sort of punishment or is no longer practicing. He clearly led her on on purpose so he could get away with screwing up someone’s life

@platero1993

6 жыл бұрын

What did the doctor 😷 do to her?

@M4H1T0

6 жыл бұрын

Denzel Carbajal while she was in surgery, he made a Mistake and messed with one of her nerves, causing it to be permanently damaged.

@talonsage954

6 жыл бұрын

Sadly, no. That doctor needs killing.

I HATE when people steal your seat on planes, like it may not seem like a big deal but I payed to have that damn seat just as much as anyone else, please stay in your lane. If you want it that bad just kindly ask to switch, don’t just automatically claim it

@MarbleLily

6 жыл бұрын

True! If I pay extra for a particular seat, or I haven't but it's marked in my ticket aka given to me, I have the right to ask the thief to move. If they needed the seat (because of illness, for example) and kindly asked BEFORE taking my seat whether we could switch, I'd be completely fine with it.

@chesha

6 жыл бұрын

See I actually confront people if it's an assigned seated flight. If I paid for that particular seat I'm getting it dammit, idgaf if it makes someone "uncomfortable", they shouldn't of taken my seat to begin with! xD

@Llynnyia

6 жыл бұрын

especially because some seats have wider cushions or longer leg spaces and you pay more for that!

@jazzyspork8745

6 жыл бұрын

I remember this rude obese lady took my seat (because I wanted to be comfortable I bought a large seat) and she was like "I want this seat I am comfortable" and I was like "I payed for this seat" and she legit said "so I think I matter more than people like you" (she's white and im a dark Mexican) so I told a flight attendant and she was a young black lady and she moved the woman to the smallest seat she could find

@Geometric337

6 жыл бұрын

She said she didn't mind having the aisle and it allowed her to go to the bathroom like 4 times so maybe she would have asked them to move but decided she was fine with a different seat. My issue is, what if she was then asked to move by someone else bc there's no way to know what seat the person in her seat was supposed to be in and then she would have had to get up and tell them to move or find a new seat etc. They could have just waited till she came to the seat and then asked her to swap.

I have to be honest,, seeing Kelsey like this causes so much pain. It’s really eye opening to see her in other videos where she’s so smiley and care free then to know that this is the reality she has to live with.

I fell so bad for these girls especially Kelsey it was a doctors fault I hope she sued that doctor till he had nothing left

@georgiasoaps

6 жыл бұрын

i know, I wish she had been able to. Unfortunately, he stalled her for 2 years, which was the statute of limitations to sue him. I hope he gets what coming to him for ruining someones life and lying to them until they couldn't sue. It's truly disgusting

@Emma-te6mi

5 жыл бұрын

Idk the whole story but we are human and we make mistakes - even surgeons. It's just that when surgeons make mistakes the consequences are huge. How would you feel if you made a mistake and that was the result?

@MirandaTheShinigami

5 жыл бұрын

It sucks regardless. Knowing that your body is & has always been like that when you have chronic pain really makes you feel like there's no chance it will ever change & if it does, it won't be much. I have scoliosis & hip dysplasia in both hips. I understand daily, constant, chronic pain.

@johanna2690

5 жыл бұрын

@@Emma-te6mi If he was so sorry he would try to compensate her

@breonawarren1507

5 жыл бұрын

Yellow W He used an outdated technique that current surgeons don’t use anymore. So it’s safe to say it was a medical mistake but a negligent one

as someone who deals with chronic pain ON THE REGS, i'm pretty excited to see what's going to happen. you guys described your pain in a way that most people describe it and even if this treatment doesn't cure you, I hope it helps in some way

@AlmaMarie333

6 жыл бұрын

Try listening to something called subliminals for chronic pain. It's messages going to your subconscious mind, and it can change you in different ways. It changed my life (not chronic pain, other things) and I hope it changes yours too!

Yes!! I love you both! Thank you for speaking about these conditions and trying to help yourselves! I have endometriosis and trying to change irelands views on it 🙊 keep up the good work girls💛

i honestly just want to say thank you to everyone who puts out these videos. im 17 and ive had chronic daily migraines since i was 13. it starts to feel like no one else understands chronic pain and why i avoid so many things, such as travel. i look forward to each video like this because it just makes me feel so much less alone. good luck guys i hope the laser work!!

@AlmaMarie333

6 жыл бұрын

Try listening to something called subliminals for chronic pain. It's messages going to your subconscious mind, and it can change you in different ways. It changed my life (not chronic pain, other things) and I hope it changes yours too!

@sofiabruiz17

5 жыл бұрын

@@AlmaMarie333 doesn't really work for physical things

@AlmaMarie333

5 жыл бұрын

Sofia Brotton It works for me. I don’t have chronic pain, but whenever it hurts from working out or from sleeping in the wrong positions it helps me

@sofiabruiz17

5 жыл бұрын

@@AlmaMarie333 yeah but it's caused by different thing

@sub-zerogaming8856

5 жыл бұрын

I get really bad migraines and don’t be afraid or embarrassed to go to the doctors or even opticians! They often have reasons to do with your eyes

I just turned 28 a couple days ago and have had a chronic illness (and pain) for 11 years. My life is hella different than I always wanted it to be. I understand you both completely.

@amber.4383

5 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry :(

I think this series will really hit home for me. I had to quit my PhD program because of my chronic illness (combined with a mental health breakdown) and it absolutely haunts me. I really feel a kinship with theses women.

As a fellow chronic illness warrior I’m wishing you all the luck and spoons! 💖

@liesvandenplas8066

6 жыл бұрын

You too, fellow spoonie!

@ouryayommay9435

6 жыл бұрын

its nice to see a fellow warrior!

@ChristinaWoodall

6 жыл бұрын

Gentle hugs and spoons to you all #fibro #ptsd #migraines #seizures

@kylejohnson503

6 жыл бұрын

Fiona M hi

@kylejohnson503

6 жыл бұрын

tyso wja2tslr josph

As someone with chronic pain, seeing other young women sharing their experience has meant the world to me. Thank you so much for shedding light on invisible disabilities, especially for young adults 💜

@faithbradley4224

5 жыл бұрын

It means the world to me as well, it makes you feel less lonely ❤️

As someone who lives with severe chronic pain, it was like a looking in a mirror. I'd never heard of painful numbness before, but I have nerve damage/fibromyalgia and it's one of the things I experience, I just didn't have a word for it.

Strong women💜

@mercedezdaniella279

5 жыл бұрын

little rose they really are

Kelsey!! For people who struggle with pressure changes on airplanes (like me) use 'earplanes' which are pressure equalizing earplugs which will make it so much easier for you when you're flying!! I've had a migraine everyday for the past 8 years, and have recently been diagnosed with a heart arrhythmia which triggers heart attack symptoms. I also have scoliosis and deep muscle tension, so seeing people being so open about chronic pain is amazing. I also have so much trouble trying to leave my house because it seems like every time I do I'm even worse. Thank you so much for making this video, it means the world to me to see others trying to live with severe pain like mine ❤️

@user-og9zo9hz7j

5 жыл бұрын

Wow. Keep fighting, wow that’s a lot of things to deal with. You can do it ♥️

I've had chronic pain for 16 years, I'm 31. It's great watching videos about it and knowing you arent alone. Chronic pain sucks.

Omg this is me when I travel. I’m 23 and have had chronic pain for 6 years. I relate to this and think they are so courageous For doing this.

i’m glad these girls can use resources available to them to try whatever they can to feel better! I hope this ends up working

I suffer with chronic pain too. Mine is there 24/7 and unfortunately for me, CBD oil and weed is illegal here. I've had it since I was 13. I wish I could go on vacation or travel, but it's a huge pain (no pun intended) to travel since I know all I want to do is curl up in bed with my meds and at least try to get by everyday.

@aydanpiecha

6 жыл бұрын

Sweet 2 Eat Baking same...hate it so much..

@greenieweenie34

6 жыл бұрын

Cbd oil is legal I’m pretty sure everywhere. I very well could be wrong but you can buy it on amazon with no problem

@emilybean1458

6 жыл бұрын

I was to I went to Mayo and it really helped

@i_love_rescue_animals

6 жыл бұрын

I don't think that's true. OK, I looked it up. It depends on the THC content - if it's under .3 % THC - then it is legal in all 50 states. If it's over that, it gets more complicated and depends on the state.

@i_love_rescue_animals

6 жыл бұрын

I went on a pot trip to Colorado - specifically for my chronic pain. Friends (and family) thought it was "a party" - and no, it wasn't - it was a pure act of desperation for my chronic, severe, arthritis pain. I tried edibles and several different types of pot - it didn't do squat for my pain. Plus, I hated it. It was a pretty awful trip - all by myself - trying pot, feeling even worse - and nothing working. Other people swear by it. I heard on MPR that only about 20-30% of people get relief from pot or medical marijuana for pain. Thankfully, due to joint replacements, my chronic pain is much less severe - but it's also in my neck and back where I've had no treatment (can't replace those!).

I'm just over 40 yrs old with severe endometriosis. It was so bad in my mid twenties that it was physically strangling my left colon's blood flow while crippling me with agony during normal peristalsis. Like you, i've tried just about everything for relief so i can hold down a job and function. The one thing i keep coming back to is powdered chamomile. If u drink the WHOLE herb in powdered form it lets you deal. It's not a cure but it gets me through like nothing else. That being said, i've found avoiding dairy in general to really help keep pain levels down as well.

I’ve had chronic pain for the past 6 months and was just diagnosed with a condition that has no cure. You women are strong, feeling you ❤️💪🏻

And here we are complaining about a simple headache.

@rodelnica8412

6 жыл бұрын

Yani you are SOOO right!!

@oscarhancock6572

6 жыл бұрын

Yani is

@supportforaly

6 жыл бұрын

But your worse pain is still your worse pain I say this all the time (I deal with a lot of chronic pain and illnesses) even within the chronic illness community people belittle their pain because it can be worse which sure acknowledge that but that doesn't mean you have to suffer. No one deserves to suffer and should use any and all tools necessary to deal with whatever they are facing

@potato-whiz

6 жыл бұрын

What a beautifully compassionate comment!

@catherine2268

6 жыл бұрын

ChronicAly Blooming that's exactly what I think too and I suffer from chronic pain

I’m glad that they’re sharing their stories with chronic pain! It’s really great to spread some more awareness on chronic illnesses as a whole. I have severe, Vascular EDS (among other things) and seeing how they handle their pain and never giving up on finding a “cure” or “treatment” is nothing short of inspiring. It’s so hard to live like that, yet they still do it.

This breaks my heart! I have M.E. and I'm doing well right now, but their experiences remind me so much of how I felt during my last relapse. Love to everyone with chronic pain/ illness ❤️

More of this please. I also suffer from chronic pain due to a number of medical issues and just not feeling alone is really helpful.

I love seeing you guys looking for things that will better you! It is so life changing for everyone struggling with chronic pain!

All I have to say is thank you sooo much you really don’t know how much I love that you guys are putting chronic pain out there I’m 14 and I have lupus so chronic pain comes with it and I was diagnosed at the age of 9 and I cannot really find something for pain and maybe I will with this series

@CB-jv6cj

6 жыл бұрын

Isabel Mejia I don't know if you can get Zapain where you come from but it's awesome. I just take 2 pills when I am in too much pain and it does help me, it doesn't stop the pain completely but it does make sure I don't have as much pain. It's very strong though so be careful with it.

@georgiasoaps

6 жыл бұрын

You might want to try cbd oil, which is a type of marijuana that doesn't get you high, and is legal in the US. Stay strong

These women are so strong. I can’t imagine what it’s like to live with this pain.❤️

I have chronic pain and I can't believe videos like this exists. I'm so happy I'm crying lol. 💖 great day for me to binge watch some videos while I'm vegging on the couch.

Honestly, it makes me so happy to see this. I have been suffering from tn since I was 16 (I'm now 18) and I've never found someone else who has it. I really just appreciate actually being able to watch someone go through what I'm going through, and not feel so isolated and alone. And Kelsey if you have any tips for dealing with tn please please share them.

@natmccallion

6 жыл бұрын

Katelyn Sinderberry hi there, I’ve had tn for the past 5 years and I can honestly say it is more painful than having a baby!! I’m in remission at the moment so I’ve just got the dull throb and tightness around my face but when the real pain kicks in, I just want to die!! No-one else in the public eye seems to talk about TN so it’s great to have a legend like Kelsey speak for us. Your very young, I would suggest some counselling to come to terms with your condition and to keep your mental health in check xxx

I now get a wheelchair when I travel because I can’t walk fast or far - it makes sure I’m never late, and I don’t kill myself more than traveling does already. I wear comfy jeans or soft sweat pants with slip on shoes. I’m trying to figure out how to get travel heating pads/packs to use during the flight (since you can’t use the breakable ones and all of the plug ins are for wall sockets, which isn’t feasible on a plane).

@jonaskid715

6 жыл бұрын

rollenmuziek I saw on amazon a USB handwarmer not too long ago! Maybe this would help?

@kajsa_42

6 жыл бұрын

rollenmuziek Sorry I just need to say your hair is so aesthetic

@rollenmuziek

6 жыл бұрын

Cliquey McPilot Awww thank you!

@isawthesign4421

6 жыл бұрын

They have usb heating pads on Amazon. Also I have chronic pain and a deformity. We traveled this year and requested a wheelchair and it was the most helpful thing and all the employees were great! Glad my mom demanded I request one. Idk how I'd have done it otherwise.

@jessicalynnluna

6 жыл бұрын

That’s what I do and someone with major injuries knows those travel tips.

It's 2022 and I watch this any time I am traveling because of my endometriosis. This helps me so I am not nervous about flying in pain.

I live with chronic eye pain and chronic issues due to multiple rounds of surgery. My pain dictates my day, so I understand where you are coming from. Plans get canceled last minute, my room has to be completely dark. So thank you for posting your journeys with chronic pain.

Oh my word I had no idea a channel like this existed! I'm so relieved to see you two brave souls speaking so openly about chronic pain. Thank you for sharing your stories 💜💜 I feel a little less lonely now!!

I just got over a level 9/10 two plus day migraine. My head is sore. My skin on my face looks blah from ice packs. The migraines used to be predictable, days of my period cycle. But about a year ago they stopped being so predictable. Two years ago I stopped the topamax, and imitrex because they were GIVING ME MORE MIGRAINES, and the imitrex has stopped working. So since then I’ve just used cannabis. Lol which you can’t fly with. Maybe I’ll be as brave as Lara someday. Last July I got a migraine the day we were gonna fly. Omg it was awful. Anyways, just at least gives me comfort to know there’s other ppl out there. I’m sure you ladies know that you can feel alone. Depressed. Like you’re missing out on events, my son is 12. Hugs.

@RebekahFinley

6 жыл бұрын

Lauren Beckerle My mom used to have bad migraines like that. She stopped eating gluten and she hasn’t had one since. 🤷‍♀️ I know all bodies are different but I thought I’d share in case my mom’s experience helps.

@APandaToRemember

6 жыл бұрын

I suffer from chronic migraines too and just to make things worse it was usually with aura. It scares me a lot because I never know when an episode is about to occur.. or WHERE I could be. It has been 12 years, my eye doctor said my eyes are ok so I went to a neurologist... all good too he said. Long story short, I've been spending these past few years trying to understand what triggers an attack, well at least the one with aura. I used to have 1 or 2 attacks every month. My conclusion has something to do with my sleeping routine (which university ruined) and staying hydrated! I swear, keeping track of what you do daily can really help. Since 2016, I've only had 2 attacks with aura, I can't help the "normal" migraines, Idk it could be the cold weather... who knows, really. Anyhow, wishing you all the best!

@laurenbeckerle7977

6 жыл бұрын

Oh yea I've tried to figure it out. It seems like they're hormonal. The past few months, I have this chart to keep track of days of my cycle they orrured, it's been either right before, or the week after my period. I'm a weirdo when it comes to staying hydrated. My husband says I'm like a camel. lol. Super consistent with the little caffeine I do drink. Since last September I've been eating a whole food plant based diet, lol so super healthy. I feel great...other than the migraine. I had such a bad time with topamax, that's what made me give up on prescription meds. That and when I first started with the imitrex it was 2-4 migraine days a month, fast forward a couple years and it was 15-18 days a month. They were giving me 'rebound headaches'...just as bad as a migraine. It probably took me a month or two to detox. It was not fun. cannabis basically got me thru that. Now I'm back to the 2-4 days a month, but the last two have been so intense pain wise. I haven't ever had an aura. That does sound really scary. A couple times ago my speech got weird, kinda like I sounded really drunk. I've been trying that cefaly thing, you should look that up. I'm not sure about the prevention bit. It seemed to be working but I had to stop because I had septum/turbinate surgery. Seems to help sometimes during a migraine too.

@aimeesalter8020

6 жыл бұрын

Lauren Beckerle if they are hormonal I have a bit of experience there. Eliminating gluten and dairy from your diet can help lessen the attacks as well as a migraine medicine specifically for hormonal or cycle related migraine. Frova is one that worked well for me. Best of luck to you.

@laurenbeckerle7977

6 жыл бұрын

Oh I've never heard of Frova. I'll have to check that out. I don't do dairy as I'm a whole food plant based diet...basically a healthy vegan. I don't eat gluten very often. I did go gluten free for 6 months at least a few years ago. I have Hashimoto's and ppl said it would make a difference. I didn't really notice anything. lol other than the hassle. I know it works for some ppl tho. Thanks for commenting about that medicine, gonna check that out. :)

I remember watching this video one year ago... I was so glad that I wasn’t suffering from chronic pain and had so much empathy and respect for you. And now.. I’m 18 years old, finished school and I suffer from pain since christmas 2018. It is really the worst. My bladder feels like it’s on fire 24/7 and no doctor can help me. My dream is to travel and I will be living in korea for three months next year but the chronic pain leaves me helpless and I don’t know if I will be able to do it. I’m really trying hard not to let it control my life but it is just so hard. I suffer from depression because of the chronic pain and I just hope there is a way out. Love to all who have to go through this♥️ You are not alone.

It's great to see people trying to find answers but also live their lives as much as they can. When I found out I had chronic leukemia I was devastated and did not know what to do. These days I try to do as much as I can in life with the cards I'm given, sometimes I still wake up to a sense of despair, but I don't want to give up on myself yet. I'm hoping for the best in your journey and thank you for sharing!

You are so brave to put yourself out there like this!! It takes real courage to put your heart on your sleeve and show it to the world!!

I'm 22 and I walk with a cane due to three different conditions and syndromes that make walking hurt so much. Last spring my family and I traveled to England for the first time (one of my dream trips) and I ended up having multiple panic attacks because I felt so guilty because I thought that I was ruining the trip for everyone else. You have to walk so much in England when you can't afford to taxi six people everywhere and it was extreamly painful for me. I wasn't enjoying the trip, I really wanted too but I was in too much pain. I'm a studying jeweler, so I waited in line for an hour and a half to see the crown jewels. I was in so much pain that by the time I actually got to see the crown jewels, I didn't care anymore. I just wanted to leave and sit down. I've never found relief for my type of pain. And on top of the pain of my body, I also have Ibs, which sucks. It's so difficult to find certain foods in different countries when you are trying to avoid sensitivities.

@muhammadabdurrahim752

6 жыл бұрын

Amanda Snider EDS?

@amandasnider2644

6 жыл бұрын

Muhammad Abdurrahim Myofascial pain syndrome (can develop into fibromyalgia) which I finally discovered was also causing me extream chest pain which I've been to the emergency for- only to be told that they think it's just heartburn, Joint Hypermobility syndrome, Severe ankle overpronation. On top of everything, I'm obese which causes these conditions to become so much worse. The only way of treating it is ice and losing weight (which I'm working on).

@gem4664

6 жыл бұрын

Amanda Snider I feel you :( I have Joint Hypermobility syndrome and Fibromyalgia too. So hard to keep on top of it all and took so long just for diagnosis in the first place! Stay strong ❤️

Kelsey's description of pain on the flight sounds like me most days with chronic migraine.

I've never related to a video so much in my life. Sometimes, you need a reminder you're not alone. I really needed that today.

I have a non-traumatic spinal disorder I understand chronic pain. Great video.

@AlmaMarie333

6 жыл бұрын

Try listening to something called subliminals for chronic pain. It's messages going to your subconscious mind, and it can change you in different ways. It changed my life (not chronic pain, other things) and I hope it changes yours too!

Thank you so much for this. I am 35 and had to have a full hysterectomy about a year ago. Suffered from endometriosis for years. Had many many surgeries. I was absolutely blessed about 9 years ago with my son. I was on medication because my body no longer would ovulate and bam pregnant. I th ought I drank to much. Nope I was 5 to 6 days pregnant. Omg. But I see what y'all are going through and as woman I think we shut up too much. This pain is real and can cripple you. I am so happy to see some light being shed on the real deal. God bless

I feel for Lara. I have tried everything for my chronic pain with endometriosis and adenomyosis. I've tried acupuncture, herbs, vitamins, pain medicine, massages, and so much more. I have yet to find something that works. Love that you guys speak out on these issues and try to help other women who suffer find answers as well.

Thank you both for sharing your stories! You guys are so strong, and it gives me comfort that I and others with chronic pain aren't going through this alone.

I love this! I have fibromyalgia and chronic pain and it is so painful somedays I don't know if I can deal with it for the rest of my life. I'm 24 and it sucks being sick this young but I love these videos we need more awareness!

@CB-jv6cj

6 жыл бұрын

earthtoal Fibromyalgia definitely sucks, I have got it too. You might want to try Zapain, that helps me a lot, and my wheelchair too.

@georgiasoaps

6 жыл бұрын

I feel you, I have fibromyalgia as well and it started when I was 18 and literally right before I started college. It's been almost 2 years that I've had it now, though it feels like a lifetime. I had to drop out of my dream school that I had started because I needed to go home because I couldn't even walk to the dining hall anymore. I'm in community college now, and I plan to go to vet school, though I'm terrified the pain won't let me.

@alexandriamitchell2851

6 жыл бұрын

Georgia Bence wow I also had to drop out of college for two years as well and move home for community college. It's hard when people don't understand why school takes so long to complete. Hope you continue to pursue your vet dream. I've learned to just take it slow and not care if your behind a little. Good luck!

@alexandriamitchell2851

6 жыл бұрын

Cynthia Bernardy I'm on lyrica which is the only drug that has helped so far. I'm also on medical cannabis which helps ease my symptoms from my meds and additional pain. It's tough but I'll look into zapain I've never heard of it

@georgiasoaps

6 жыл бұрын

thank you, I appreciate it. I hope you can pursue your dreams as well :)

Seeing women with chronic pain and health conditions being represented is such a blessing. Thank you for giving us a voice! Can't wait for the next episode. xx

I was diagnosed with EDS at a young age, and I have chronic joint pain. When it hits, it hits really hard, and traveling in cars is a real pain. These girls are so strong!

I moved to the US from South Korea about 6 month ago. What had scared me the most was migraine kicking in when there’s no friends and family to take care of me. I got diagnosed only 4 months before I move so I still have no idea what to do when I’m in pain.

I love this, this is my life with my Crohns Disease. Thank you guys.

@catherinebattcher5969

6 жыл бұрын

same!!

@syallow95

5 жыл бұрын

Just recently diagnosed with crohn's disease after years of pain. Lost count on how many ER trips I've taken during those years 😩

This is my whole life. Thank you for bringing light to this experience. Listening to you two made me feel less alone.

Thank you guys so much for making these videos! I have fibromyalgia and really appreciate the visibility you're giving the chronic illness/pain/disability/impairment community, as many of your experiences parallel that of what others with non-pain specific health problems experience. Y'all are amazing, please keep it up! hollywood doesn't really have much visibility for these issues and you guys are such a hope for the community to get these issues out in public view

@AmySaysWords

4 жыл бұрын

I agree! I have fibromyalgia too and its good for people to talk about this stuff because most people don't seem to understand it!

My girlfriend has many chronic pain disorders, and it absolutely kills me inside to watch her suffer day in and day out. My heart goes out to you ladies, and I wish you all the luck on this journey

You just have to do it. I have had chronic daily pain for 13 years, just make sure you have comfortable accommodations where you end up. Being at home is "more" comfortable during a flare up, but then you are stuck at home. My first trip after chronic pain was to cuba to an all inclusive resort and i said to the therapist i was seeing if im really bad on this trip it will be a waste, what if i need to go to the hospital etc... (the hospital doesn't help me anyways). She told me what difference is there between having bad pain at home and having bad pain in a tropical location, the difference is when it passes you can enjoy the beach and sun. I also brought extra breakthrough medication incase, i did have 3 bad days, but i had the most fun i had had in years. The airplane is the worst part but i feel it is worth the extra pain, now i have been to china, Australia, Mexico, and a road trip across the usa. Make sure you have a compassionate traveling partner and don't over book or over do it, dont take the cheapest routes and be compassionate to yourself

I wish I could donate money for you guys, but this person (me) doesn't have any money

@amazingabby25

6 жыл бұрын

Dc Chen dont worry Buzzfeed has a lot of money, I think they help them out a lot.

@fleur8102

5 жыл бұрын

Money doesn't really help unfortunately :/ my chronic pain sucks

@isidesiwas6680

5 жыл бұрын

@@fleur8102 praying for you! Is there a Pentecostal church near you? Or some other apostolic church. God is real and He is good. Jesus has healed my knee and my bad scoliosis which was so painful. It doesn't cost anything to go. Love and blessings. May all your pain be healed in the name of Jesus Christ our Savior, your youth be restored and your eyes be opened. Amen. “Then your light will break out like the dawn, And your healing (restoration, new life) will quickly spring forth; Your righteousness will go before you [leading you to peace and prosperity], The glory of the Lord will be your rear guard. “Then you will call, and the Lord will answer; You will cry for help, and He will say, ‘Here I am.’ If you take away from your midst the yoke [of oppression], The finger pointed in scorn [toward the oppressed or the godly], and [every form of] wicked (sinful, unjust) speech, “And the Lord will continually guide you, And satisfy your soul in scorched and dry places, And give strength to your bones; And you will be like a watered garden, And like a spring of water whose waters do not fail. ISAIAH 58:8‭-‬9‭, ‬11 AMP bible.com/bible/1588/isa.58.8-11.AMP “ Ask and keep on asking and it will be given to you; seek and keep on seeking and you will find; knock and keep on knocking and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who keeps on asking receives, and he who keeps on seeking finds, and to him who keeps on knocking, it will be opened. " Matthew 7:7 Before I go, I know someone can come and say He isn't real, but know that science and God can and do go hand in hand. There isn't anything scientific studies say that closes His existence out of the picture, but there are billions of people who stand strong in faith in Him because they know Him first hand. If you haven't had a chance to experience His presence, ask Him to come into your life. I'm not talking about a priest, church, pope, denomination, saint, building or a preacher, but Jesus Christ Himself. He is the way, the truth and the Life. Humans may fail but He doesn't.

@fleur8102

5 жыл бұрын

@@isidesiwas6680 i'm an Atheist, and don't believe god will heal my pain. But i really appreciate your concern and thoughtfulness. You seem like a truly beautiful human being inside and out. Thank you

@Katerina-xf3gj

5 жыл бұрын

@@fleur8102 I also am not religious , and I love how nice you were with saying that. I always appreciate prayers and things even though I personally don't believe they can help

I feel for you guys... Scoliosis, hypermobile joints, overall birth defects on multiple of my bones and currently having cast on my left wrist from surgery (in which they basically cut an inch away from my radius)... I am so glad someone is talking about chronic pain and the issues of having a non-visible handicap. Please keep doing these series, they bring somewhat of a comfort (not by seeing you in pain but by you being vocal about it). Thank you and all the love!

As someone with chronic pain, I'm so excited to watch this series and I hope it works for the bith of you!

Already loving this series. As someone with chronic pain, I relate to Lara and Kelsey so much and really love videos on this topic because it helps me to not feel alone. Love you both and hope this laser can help even a little bit!:)

Oh my god I feel better I had all the same gyno pain for 19 years So great to see this , I have now stopped painkillers cause the doctors left me on for so long . My life was turned upside down My hot water bottle is buddy. I had a half hysterical and I get vulvadynia still at times but the other gyno pains went but I put on so much weight from painkillers . Now at 37 I'm not going let this pain isolate me anymore . Love to you both

I cant express my gratitude for this series enough. I’m a junior in high school and have been dealing chronic pain for 2 years. It has been very traumatizing because I live in a small town in the middle of nowhere and I have never met anyone like me who deals with chronic pain. Just knowing that there is others like me that understand where I’m coming from gives me hope. Like seeing you girls live your life and keep pushing through the pain shows me that I can do it. Thank you for being brave enough to document your struggles and victories. Much love, Avery.

I can’t thank you enough for sharing your stories. Hearing Lara’s situation was like looking into a mirror. In a strange way, it gives me hope. You go girl 🎉

Buzzfeed won't pay for better seats but they pay for worth it.....isn't this 'worth it'?

As someone who has 24/7 chronic pain for 6-7 years, I understand how Laura feels about trying new things like this when everything else has been a dead end. I really hope that this works for them.

Sitting here watching this while going through what Laura is going through makes me feel so connected and makes me feel like I'm not alone

I’m 14 I’ve had chronic pain my whole like and I can relate to this whole video when I travel I use a cane and big pants a sports bra and a regular teeshirt. I have a school trip coming where I will be going to Greece for a week and I’m super worried

Who knew? Some airlines don't try to kill your pet and let you hold them!!

@mhmmhm9344

6 жыл бұрын

Eleanor Williams it is because the dog is a support animal. Any support animal they are required to have fly with the owner

@valeriaaa7907

6 жыл бұрын

Emma E you saw the news? I cried for days

@LazersNLeather

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah..but a puppy died because they forced a family to put it in a overhead bin. You should be able to do exactly what she did with her dog. Not suffocating an animal to death. That's what Eleanor was talking about. You pay for the dog being with you on the flight.

@emilymerchant9894

5 жыл бұрын

@@LazersNLeather I know this is late but if you are "prescribed" an Emotional Support Animal (ESA), then by law you are allowed to keep up to 3 pets in a home, even if they have a no pet policy, and you are allowed 1 pet with you on a flight, both at NO extra charge. It's a federal law.

remeber the days when you came to the comment section of a buzzfeed video wanting to talk about the content of the actual video but literally the entire comment section is filled with people who want boldly back so you just scroll and scroll but everybody only complains about a stupid name change and you just sit there not knowing who to talk to.

@opi_is_me1576

6 жыл бұрын

matttheradartech omg right, people seriously need to get over the name change. The new name is fine, and has a great meaning.

@amariajoseph9216

6 жыл бұрын

Literally I haven’t seen any comments on this video about the name change so...🤷🏼‍♀️

@NeedlessPower

6 жыл бұрын

Amira Joseph Great but i have been here 2 hours ago where the comment section looked different. So if you scroll all the way down you'll find it. But honestly, you just have to go on any new As/Is video and you find people complaining so just because you say you can't see any doesn't mean they're not here.

@Sigmo92

6 жыл бұрын

honestly I have only seen comments where people complaining about all the comments complaining about the name changeXD oh god that was heavy to write, hopefully it made kind of senseXD

@NeedlessPower

6 жыл бұрын

Sigrid yeah if you look at the comments now they're full of them. You should read the comments that people write right after a video was uploaded, those are the ones that i have seen and it was literally ONLY comments about the name change. :)

I’ve been dealing with chronic pain for most of my life, really bad the past 5 years. Thank you so much for making these videos, they mean a lot! I legit started crying, it’s so rare to find representation of how hard it is

I love this so much. I’m someone who lives with chronic back and joint pain and I’m only 21 years old. People don’t realize that when I say activities like walking and sitting hurt I’m not being dramatic. It prevents me from doing so many things I wish I didn’t have to live this way but it makes me feel good that at least someone is advocating

I will be following your series. Thanks for doing this, you ladies are in the position with the power of BuzzFeed exposure to give the most needed awareness on behalf of all chronic pain patients! Thanks ladies.

You are so incredibly strong, and no matter what the outcome is/was, we're all super proud of you both for fighting through so much pain for this long. Much love and respect ✊

Just found your channel. I'm in my 50s and have had chronic pain/illness since 18 years old...so I understand all you mention in this video. We traveled 7 months in 2017 which I recorded. I did not know HOW I was going to do it...but I told myself...if I had to drag myself across the airport..that is what I will do...I survived and so glad I did it. Now I sit here at home resting up for the future...hoping I can travel again. Love your fun channel! Don't ever give up. xoxo - Melody

I have hormonal migraines which take me out for about 2-3 days a month and even that’s a huge impact on my life so I can’t imagine the struggle these ladies face daily, you are both so strong!

That woman here - the one who started with endometriosis - is just like me (I was 17 at the time). Except now my doctor/doctors refuse to even aknowledge anything is wrong with me anymore. It was flat out accepted and actually seen (through surgical exploration) that I have endometriosis (among other complications), but the doctors that I have seen (even the ones I have come to adore over the years) tell me that I am either faking it, seeking attention, or overreacting. No one helps me. Not my doctors, not the nurses, not my urgent cares, not my hospitals. I have in the past gotten to the point where life just isn't worth it anymore. No, I am not suicidal right now (though I have had those symptom before, but not now - or yet). But, seriously, right now, I am just .... done. I give up. I have always just wanted someone to understand or give me answers. And no one can provide this. Adding : I do not take narcotics. I take Tylenol, Naproxen (Advil or Aleve), Meloxicam, and Gabapentin (which I take for a nerve injury in my back as well as a seizure disorder). I am not, nor have I ever been a "drug seeker", which makes some of their claims not just insulting ... but hurtful. Eh. End of my life story/rant-thing. I am sorry to those who were not interested. For the rest ... thank you for reading/listening. ❤ PS: There will be typos. Please just ignore them.

@kelseyk530

5 жыл бұрын

Try being a chronic pain sufferer who needs opioids because everything else has failed. Literally treated worse than a drug addict and doctors won't even prescribe to help you.

@Herbalbeautynwellness2024

5 жыл бұрын

It took my doctor literally 10 yrs to diagnose it after me complaining for so many years then he gave me a antidepressant to help . Well the first day I took it I slept for 3 days but it did seem to help a little bit I’m not about drugs either because I’m in kidney failure and have to be carful . But I think more gynecology doctors should listen more ! I had gotten muscle relaxers for kidney muscle pain and that did help the endo pain but again how long can you poison your body to feel good ... I really hope everyone finds freedom from their pain one day . I’m 42 been dealing with it since I was 18 and I am like you just tired of the pain and suffering and the fact people think it’s just cramp pain . I wish a couple of midol would work but not that lucky . Guess I’m gonna go zombie out again .

@lalalisssa3956

4 жыл бұрын

Look for an endo excision specialist!!

@allisonjanechan6063

4 жыл бұрын

Emily you are so strong 😭💪 maybe you could take a form of hormonal birth control, it might help reduce pms and also make cramps a little bit less painful

*”I lost my pants again.” I’m DYINGG.*

I can totally relate to chronic pain and traveling, as I have had rheumatoid arthritis since I was 14. Sitting in the same spot for long periods of time, when driving or flying KILLS my joints. Keep pushing ladies! Can't wait to watch the other parts of this series!!

I love these chronic pain videos,finally something I can relate to. I have fibromyalgia,Joint Hyper Mobility Syndrome,Arthritis,Tonsillar Herniation (which means part of my brain is pressing on my spinal cord and stopping the flow of csf). I have given up so much in my life,i danced for 23 years and was about to take my exam to become a dance teacher but the pain got so bad i had to give it up,i gave up my dream. My day is now full of worry and pain. these videos make me feel less alone.

I love you guys!!! 😍😍

you guys are so strong and courageous for putting yourselves out there, sharing this journey but also risking this chance to either cure or not. but also thank you for shedding light on all this to help others realise things that are otherwise sheltered. i hope it all goes well

I'm so happy I've found this video. As someone who's dealt with Endometriosis and Adenomyosis for over 10 years sometimes it's nice to know you're not alone. The UK is a nightmare for treatment. Their answer is always more pain medication or medical menopause (both of which I've done) their treatment is never long term. As a 30 year old woman to be told they wont remove my uterus because I'm childless is frustrating.

Both of these women are true inspirations. I went an international flight with a cold/sinus infection, I couldn't equalize the pressure. I ended up curled in a ball with my arms wrapped around my skull because it felt like my whole head was going to explode!

As someone who has a ton of awful headaches and migraines because of Pseudotumor Cerebri I know the struggle. I hate having so much pain from the headaches and migraines that I'm nauseous and vomiting (sorry for the TMI) and nothing seems to work for the pain.

@lesliegarza9325

6 жыл бұрын

Do you have IIH? I don't want to get your hopes up but if you are a woman and overweight and you could have sinus stenting, there is a doctor in New York that did a trial, again I don't want to give you high hopes but if you have ringing in your ear due pulsatile tinnitus this my be your problem and solution.

@ameliabones1947

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah I do. Pseudotumor Cerebri is another name fir IIH. I've never heard of the trial but I'll look into it.

@jackies9043

6 жыл бұрын

I know your pain. I was diagnosed with “daily chronic migraines” (original diagnosis was pseudotumor cerebri though) and also optic nerve edema. The pain alone is excruciating and it makes it all the more frustrating that NOTHING helps and how much your life is changed and sometimes ruled by pain. I just want you to know you’re not alone!

@lesliegarza9325

6 жыл бұрын

Here is the link news.cornell.edu/stories/2017/03/brain-stents-improve-head-pressure-and-vision-loss

@lesliegarza9325

6 жыл бұрын

Don't lose hope this might be your answer I swear to God I'm not lying weillcornellbrainandspine.org/clinical-trial/venous-sinus-stenting-patients-refractory-idiopathic-intracranial-hypertension-iih

Lara, Australia would have loved u, and we do love!!!!!!!

You both are way stronger than I am. I recently returned from an out of state work trip. Seven hours there on a plane and seven hours back. On my way there I managed to knock out my sacrum (for the third time) and was in excruciating pain. Today I went back to my chiropractor and was adjusted. But even being adjusted doesn’t completely stop the pain as the nerves now have to heal and there’s no guarantee that i won’t somehow manage to knock it back out of place. I never knew how much I would miss being pain free and everyday is a new game of “how badly do I want to die”. I’m slowly healing again and only hope that this time it’ll stick at least for six months. :( I don’t even want to imagine the degree of pain you both are in. Constant and chronic pain can do a lot of wear and tear both physically and emotionally.

As someone who experiences constant pain because of UTI's I have on a daily basis I can relate to this so much. If I had to go on such a trip I would cry hysterically.

i can totally relate with the migraine pain and sinus pain, medication has never worked and i just started getting this SPG spray up my nose to numb the nerves but it has yet to work:/

I hope this works for ya'll I say as I wipe away tears from my current bout of pain.

this is such an amazing video, and as someone with severe chronic pain it means so, so much to me to be able to watch a video like this on a platform as large as buzzfeed. living with chronic pain adds like, twenty steps to everything you do and its so hard to explain that to others who don’t understand. thank y’all for making this, and i’m really looking forward to the next episodes.

Thank you all for this video. I'm a girl who has different forms of chronic pain in her head and it feels like you're alone all the time. Then I see videos like this and know that I am not alone at all.