Posted by Larry Hoover on February 28, 2007, at 17:35:06
In reply to Embarrassed of my disease!, posted by Crazy Horse on February 26, 2007, at 12:05:47
> Here's what i hate. I hate trying to explain to friends, family, aquiontances, anybody, why i can't work.
Family probably already know the truth, but I just use vague but suggestive language with anyone else. I say something like, "I'm being treated by a specialist for a serious chronic health condition. The treatment's almost as bad as the disease. We're hoping for a remission."
The subject is almost invariably quickly changed. If not, I don't answer any further questions, and just give them 'that look'.
I don't owe anyone an explanation, although I had to learn that for myself.
Lar
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