Thanks.... last night I broke out in hives :(
I can't take much more of this!!

I am mulling plans and options over in my head... even if I am going to be sick for a couple more weeks (heaven forbid but it isn't looking great) there is no reason I can't tidy up my eating and maybe lose a bit of weight, too.

yuck, re all the medical stuff. I think you're right when you say if you eat healthily you'll get better sooner. I just am getting over a cold (nothing as serious as what you're experiencing). I'd say concentrate on getting better, then you can tackle the weight loss with a renewed freshness.

How I see it: the longer I'm sick, the more effort it usually takes me to get back into optimum eating and exercise habits again. logically speaking, under eating (which is what weight loss requires) will more likely prolong illness. Of course, with any illness, you should always check with your doc and see what he/she says.

Good luck, Lynn, and feel better!!

Lyn. Hugs... I'm so sorry to see that you are having a hard time....hang in there.

Maybe figure out your BMR/calories to maintain and work on that for a bit until you feel better?