How do I explain fatigue to my boyfriend...he's not getting it!

ra-in-az Living With It I was diagnosed with RA in 2002 and began all the "normal"... Send Message Subscribe: ra-in-az

Monday, October 29, 2007
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I am a 29 year old who has been living with RA for 7 years. I have been with my boyfriend for 3 years and have been flare-up free...until now. He doesn't get why I'm so tired all the time and have no energy even after getting a full night's rest. I am currently in a very bad f...

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Shellbell
Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at 04:19 PM
It is sometimes hard for people to understand anything unless it is happening to them personally. That is very normal. I found that sharing other peoples experiences with RA helps. In other words, read to him some entrees from other RA patients that have similar symptoms as yourself. This may help them realize that it is not just in your mind, that it is the reality of what people with RA live with. Good luck and be patient with him :)