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@Jpetridish 

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Jpetridish

So my family decided to surprise me for my birthday the other day by inviting a bunch of my friends and family over to the house, it was so thoughtful and I truly was really surprised was not expecting it at all. I was a bit overwhelmed and ended up going to bed early because I was so drained. The next day my symptoms for some reason were so bad. My left arm and hand were completely pins and needles the whole day and my right foot to. I kept walking into things and my knees were killing me going up and down stairs. I was also dizzy. Has this ever happened to anyone after a surprise event or emotional event?

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@jacquesPot
@jacquesPot
 

Yeah honestly any major event that can induce physical or emotional stress causes a worsening experience for me.

1 Aug 2025 03:33
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@trip80
@trip80
 

Have you ever read the spoon theory? It was a great way for me to understand why activities I do the day before effect me the next day

1 Aug 2025 11:06
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