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This Buddy last logged in at 19-12-2008
Birthday: 01-06-1943
This is my story
I am a very depressed 64 year old - who hurts very much - I am very emotional typing this. I had to give up work Jan 2006 and have put on 2.5 stone in weight. I walk when I can - I am unable to do 10,000 steps - I think, after going shopping I manage 7000. I have absolutely no motivation. I sometimes wish I didn't wake up in the morning. After I filled out a questionnaire for my GP - I was referred to a dietitian, who gave me a booklet from the British Heart Foundation. I first saw a consultant to see if there was anything medically wrong (which I am convinced there is!) and he said he didn't see anything. I do have an underactive thyroid and am taking medication. My legs and knees are extrememely painful at night. Now I am attending a depression clinic - I will give it a go, but as I am so negative, it is a struggle. I have TRIED to follow the diet, but I am still putting on wieght. I know it is down to me, but I cannot see where I am going, I am so scared. My husband is marvelous, he has to put up with my crying and mood swings. I wouldn't do anything stupid, but it certainly doesn't stop me thinking about it. The first consultant said after seeking help from a dietitian and a depression clinic help, the only alternative is surgery. I could write a book about how I feel, I get very resentful at some people saying, why don't you cut down, go for a walk. I need help to carry on - If I live another ten years, it would be nice to be comfortable, and well. Regards Pammie
