Today, my sister compared me handling the news of recently being told that I have a devastating and very possibly fatal autoimmune disease, to that of a teenager being melodramatic. FML
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Today, I was diagnosed with a chronic pain condition. My parents seemed very sympathetic and my mother even cried. When we got home, though, they started laughing and asked if I really believed all the shit the doctor was talking about. FML
Today, my aunt informed me that she thinks I'm faking the debilitating disease I've had for the past 13 years. Apparently she thinks I just don't want to go to college or get a job, and that I like living on disability. She also added that my entire extended family agrees with her. FML
Today, my dad stood by and nodded in agreement as my sister told me that my clinical depression is "getting REALLY old." FML
Today, I was telling my sister about how I am horribly depressed and how I can't function and she responded with, "Oh, shit! I've got to go Jeopardy is on!" FML
Today, I learned I'm one of the biggest contributors to my sister's severe body issues and eating disorder. Apparently, my constantly making jokes about her having a giant butt wasn't just harmless teasing after all. FML
Today, I'm incredibly sick. I can't breathe, can't walk ten steps without falling, and no one believes me. My mom just sat next to me and said, "Honey, isn't this all a bit much? Quit being dramatic, because I can't believe this." When I asked why I would fake this, my sister yelled, "Guess you can't go shopping!" I'd want to. FML
Today, my mom told an entire room full of people about the time I almost died from severe diarrhea as a toddler. When I told her that it was embarrassing, she simply told me to “grow up”. FML
Today, we got a letter regarding my sister's college career and an appointment she was required to go to. This seems fitting, since she's a senior in high school, or at least she would be if she hadn't passed away a little over a year ago. FML
Today, I was told that I was an “entitled snowflake.” I'd mentioned that after 5+ years of cancer treatment and over a dozen surgeries, I still have some physical limitations. I literally almost died but still managed to finish school and change careers, but yeah, I’m entitled. FML
Today, my mother told my little sister and me that she has breast cancer to make us feel sorry so that we would clean our rooms. She is perfectly fine. My little sister still thinks that "mommy is going to die". FML
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kewpiesuicide 29
My brother has ALPS (autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome). It's super rare and has a high fatality rate but as he got older, his body fought it off. Now he's healthy as a horse. Don't give up!
AlwaysWatching 27
That's not easy to hear, especially from someone close. I hope you are going to be ok, OP and that you receive some better support.
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dragonkisses28 25
As a person with a chronic, painful, degenerative, autoimmune disease, I can sympathize with you, OP. I would like to suggest that you learn everything you can about your condition, and research any medications they try to put you on. Also, find a support group of people with the same illness. I found several on Facebook, and they have helped me greatly. With a chronic condition, especially one that others can't "see," people (like your sister) tend to think you are overreacting. Its also possible that the thought of you dying is hard for her to wrap her mind around, and she is trying to minimize the seriousness of your condition. I find the support groups helpful because they don't judge you and know exactly how you feel. Good luck and gentle hugs.
melody309 35
OP just got diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. The sister can be supportive for a little while and focus on OP's problems. Right now, OP needs as much love and support as she can get. Even if the sister did feel like OP wasn't listening to her, she didn't have to be so insensitive. She'll get her chance to talk.
uhohitslisa2 20
News like that is hard to hear. I can only imagine how you're feeling right now, OP. What your sister said is just awful, but try not to let it get to you. Good luck, and take care of yourself. Stay strong, and never give up! P.s.: like somebody else said on here, I really hope there's support groups in your area that you can go to so you don't have to deal with your situation alone.
ActualCheese 7
Really sorry op. You'll pull through.
Goth_Hawk 28
I have Multiple Sclerosis, while not being life-threatening, it was still a major blow during an already emotional period of my life, and the lack of emotional support I had from family was devastating. I empathize with you and hope you can find someone who will be there for you.
MandySkittles 18
the same thing happened to me when I found out I had a large brain tumor. Everyone said they'd support me at first but when we found out it was a benign cyst (Though I still experience symptoms) they called me dramatic and worse. People are horrible, even family at times. Wishing you the best OP.
Violord 13
I have an autoimmune disease too, but nothing like that. Fight it hard.
MrCantgetright 4
more people in America have autoimmune diseases than cancer but there's no pretty ribbon, no parade, no fundraising, no nothing for us. Why? because "anything can cause your condition" and no one wants to research it. **** doctors, 90% of their job is guesswork anyway.
MrCantgetright 4
isn't Lupus great??!!!!!!
JoseIsAdork 31
Sorry to hear that Op, I can imagine it's very hard news to be given and I can imagine you need all the support you can get! I'm sorry your sister dismissed the severity of the situation but perhaps she really is upset and worried by the news. Unfortunately human emotions are so complex, her fear or worry may have been too hard for her to process and so shrugging it off in front of you may have been her way of trying to cope, as silly as that sounds. When in solitude she may have displayed her emotions differently, that's giving the benefit of the doubt. I hope that you will feel well soon though, the best thing you can do right now is not to make yourself sick with worry on top of everything else! Feel Better!
DylonBland 8
I know what your going threw i am being tested for lupus. i hope everything gets better :D
Solano2580 24
As a genius doctor by the name of Gregory House once said: "It's never lupus." So that means your doctor screwed up