What’s In My Bag: A Chronic Illness Edition

What’s in my daily bag? What’s the most bizarre thing I carry?
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[@melissamussmann7549]

Great video. I also have chronic illnesses and i carry a lot of things with me as well. People make fun of me for carrying so a big bag but unless they were in our shoes they wouldn't understand. I write my appts on paper as well like you. This is the best what's in my bag video I've seen in a long time. Thanks for sharing.

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Thank you for watching and for your kind comment! It is hard for others to understand how much we have to carry for daily life. I love meeting others who keep an old school calendar. It’s sometimes hard to keep our medical lives straight. I hope you are doing well in your journey. ❤️

[@toryberch]

I can empathize, I have Sjogren's Rheumatoid Arthritis and Parkinsonism So my bag is always full

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

I’m always thankful when big bags are the “in” thing. Thank you for your comment! Hugs, fellow warrior! ❤️

[@Bella-qu1ki]

I love this! I am a caretaker of my mom who recently received a kidney transplant. I carry all my stuff and hers.

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Your mom is lucky to have you as a caretaker! I’m sending good vibes her way for a successful transplant and your way for continued strength. ❤️

[@amylelm1051]

I love this video, not alot of people understand what we have to carry to live day to day. I have Fibromyalgia, gout and now Rheumatoid Arthritis. my son has a epi pen also which I carry with me as well.

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

A Warrior’s life isn’t easy and our bag is heavy (figuratively and literally). You’re right, most don’t understand. Thank you for commenting. I wish you a pain free New Year! Hugs, Warrior! 💜🦋

[@jenniferbennett3350]

Hey I just found your channel. I have RA and I think you are so sweet and actually quite funny. So from the UK can’t wait to follow your adventures and get some good tips ❤

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Awe, thank you! 🥰 I’m glad you found my channel too and I’m so glad you left a comment! I love finding out where my friends are from. The UK is such a fun place…I’ve been blessed to visit there once but I definitely need to get back. ❤️

[@lipglosslover83]

I’m a big bag lover as well . My catch all has all my gastro meds , inhaler , eucalyptus oil , Vicks vapor rub, arthritis cream, eczema cream and of course lady products .. pens and hair ties.. and my lippie Bag is another animal lol 😂 tfs… I love your bag and wallet. Skinny dip London has the cutest cosmetic bags if anyone is interested… Oh yeah: tatcha lip jelly and blotting sheets are a must in my bag ….

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

I love meeting fellow big bag lovers! Thanks for watching and commenting! And, thanks for sharing what you carrying in your bag too! 🙂❤️

[@SimplyNieccee]

I haven’t started the video yet but when I saw your title of the video I HAD to subscribe. I’m a Chronic Cutie too (Fibromyalgia and Lupus)! I love your neverfull! The world tour is definitely carefree!

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Awe, thanks for subscribing! I love meeting fellow Warriors who are Luxe Lovers too! Bags are such my guilty pleasure. You’re SO right my WT Neverfull is a work horse. I’m headed over to your channel now to follow your journey. ❤️

[@SimplyNieccee]

@@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure you are most welcome and thank YOU also! It’s all about the bags and shoes. 😂. It is always good to meet someone who totally understands when the rest of the world doesn’t. 🥰🤗

[@1015SaturdayNight]

Unfortunately, I have to carry a small crossbody bag because of the arthritis in my shoulders, so I really have pared down what I take with me, it's difficult!

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

I totally understand. I use a small crossbody (with my ID, Epipen, meds and Purell) when I am making a quick run to Starbucks. Paring down is hard so I can relate. Thanks for your comment! I hope you have a pain free day! ❤️

[@debbiebarber3742]

I have that same exact purse clip and I’ve actually had to use it in the restroom before when there’s no hook.

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

It’s a great purse clip!!! I think my mom saw it posted in one of the online LV groups and that’s how she stumbled on it. I love that it fits in wider tables at restaurants too. 🙂

[@lisasoto3425]

Thank you so much for this video! As a person with multiple chronic illnesses/allergy issues, this was very validating! I always carry a massive bag too lol (plus epipen). I love the idea of Krazy glue for small cuts, as well as the list of conditions/medications in your wallet. I'm definitely adding the medications/conditions list to mine now! I use Liquid Skin for a deep cut on my fingertip that periodically (or with a well-placed paper cut) will reopen and not heal well on its own. It's kind of like a superglue but with a brush-on end. I work with my hands a lot (used to be in a factory setting), so keeping bandaids on was a constant struggle. Using the Liquid Skin or superglue instead definitely helped with that!

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Thank you so much for your comment and for watching! I hope the super glue works well for you too. I’m glad my dermatologist suggested it…it’s been a life saver for me. My favorite brand is Krazy Glue. 😂 I’m happy I could share my bag and ALL my stuff. ❤️

[@helloprincess]

Glamorous bag! And adore the cross on your neck ❤️

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Awe, thank you! ❤️ I must confess my World Tour is one of my faves.

[@CardinalGrad]

Enjoyed your video! Just subscribed. My daughter has Gastroparesis and Hypoglycemia, so I carry extra things for her in my Neverfull bag just in case. So I can appreciate your video. I carry a small ice pack pouch (from TJ Maxx) in case her body decides to pass out or get whoozy. I just add some ice. I also carry a peppermint oil roll on for nausea episodes. I have a couple of her nausea pills in my bag just in case we’re out and she forgets hers or runs out. Lots of snacks, especially sweet ones for the hypoglycemia. I also carry an emergency contact card with her diagnosis, her blood type and my contact info. 💜

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Thank you for watching and subscribing! Moms of warriors are some of the strongest people I know. Hugs to you! ❤️ Peppermint oil is such a good idea. I might steal that tip. I’ve heard it works and totally forgot about it until your comment. And I have Zofran tucked away in my bag too. We just never know, it’s sometimes hard to explain. Thank you for commenting and I am sending continued strength to you and your daughter.

[@CardinalGrad]

@@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure Thank you! Prayers for strength, courage and healing 💜

[@terrisameron488]

Really enjoyed your video and what you carry ☑️

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Thank you! And, thank you for watching! ❤️

[@monicaborge808]

Great video and very informative.

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Thanks, Monica! ❤️

[@Mimi0505]

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[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Thank you for watching! ❤️

[@MissChrissyM1]

Hi I’m Chrissy in California and I have Hashimotos autoimmune thyroiditis. I carry very big backpacks 🎒

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

Hi Chrissy! Thanks so much for watching and your comment. Backpacks are my favorite for hospital days! They are stylish and functional. Hope you are doing well, Warrior!

[@graniteburger]

How much does your bag weigh??????

[@ElainesAutoimmuneAdventure]

No lie, it’s a workout sometimes. It’s a good thing David doesn’t mind carrying my bag for me sometimes because it can be challenging on a bad joint day. 😂