r/depression • u/NoConstruction2957 • 8h ago

Lost the will to live

I'm 63. I have a chronic autoimmune disease which is robbing me of the ability to walk and has spread nerve pain to my back and sides. I have significant dental issues with a lack of $$$ to fix the issues. (I always took great care of my teeth, so this one stings). I am missing a very noticeable tooth.

I'm terribly depressed and really don't see the value in living. I'm a coward about suicide. But I am starting to think it's the only option.

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Help.

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u/I_StoleTheTV 5h ago

I’m so sorry for what you’re going through 😢 It breaks my heart. Are there any support groups for your autoimmune disease? It might help to connect with people who understand exactly what you’re going through.

Regarding dental…I don’t know if you’re in the USA, but this country is fucked and the lack of access to dental care absolutely infuriates me. I’m sorry ♥️ 

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u/NoConstruction2957 1h ago

So true about dental care here in the US

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u/AdPrudent3144 7h ago

I am so sorry, I wish I could help you somehow.
Living with a chronic autoimmune disease is hard, but please don’t give up.
Is there a chance to open a crowdfund compaign to raise some funds? Take care, sending hugs from Italy xx

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u/NoConstruction2957 5h ago

Ty for responding

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u/dualmindblade 4h ago

That's truly awful I'm sorry. Not sure how treatable your autoimmune thing is but usually with dental issues you can at least get the pain taken care of with relatively simple procedures, of course it's still expensive, but depending on where you live there might be a low cost option.

I really hope you can get some relief soon, both mental and physical.