30 Times People Who Suffer Non-Obvious Illness Reveal Why Others Got Angry With Them

We could all use a little more kindness in our daily interactions. It doesn't necessarily mean that someone isn't in agony just because you can't see them suffering.

Even though it's instinctive to pass judgment on others right away, we should make an effort to learn about people's backgrounds, quirks, and issues. People and life in general can be far more complex than they initially seem.

What appears to be extraordinarily difficult to one person may be extraordinarily simple to another. However, by thinking about what we ourselves find challenging and extending it to other aspects of life, we might begin to comprehend what patients may be feeling.

If we don't "understand" why others can struggle with seemingly "simple" chores, we need to reflect on the times we've had to function while in pain. Have you ever had to attend work or school while suffering from a severe stomachache, broken limb, or toothache?

So the best course of action is to be as kind as you can be to everyone you meet, regardless of whether they are in perfect health or are struggling with a variety of obvious and less obvious medical issues. In a very candid and open r/AskReddit thread, internet people talked about their hidden medical illnesses that their friends, family, and coworkers sometimes stigmatize.

Continue reading to learn more about how challenging their daily lives can be. 

A redditor asked:

u/limeyshark

1. PTSD

SeveralFools, Brian Lundquist

2. Crohn's disease

candmjjjc, drian Swancar

3. ADHD

lurklurklurkPOST, Robina Weermeijer

4. Migraines

wildonthefrontier, Matteo Vistocco

5. Celiac disease

MollFlanders, Julia Tsukurova

6. Arthritis

PossessionNo6878, Towfiqu barbhuiya

7. Memory problem

Boring_Blueberry_420, arritos Mexican Soda

8. Autism

ihaveteafortea, Alexander Grey

9. Depression

burntbtoast

10. POTS

odysseyshot, Mufid Majnun

11. Diagnosed Agoraphobia

dissapointingsex, Jake Weirick

12. Autistic

blackesthearted, Elia Pellegrini

13. Medical Conditions

Hold down a job. I've got a triple threat of medical conditions: epilepsy, diabetes, and Asperger's. My parents see me only through my physical appearance; my dad has even stated that it's because I'm part of a generation that wants instant gratification and all the millennial stereotypes. My mom thinks I'm just playing a sad sob story as an excuse not to work hard. But the thing is, I try my damned best to do what I do. I mean, I can't earn over a certain amount or my social security stops, so I take the role of house husband and do all the chores—cook, clean, grocery shop, etc. But my parents think it's me being lazy.And I'll be the first to admit I've never been good at holding a job. Between the depression from being torn away from my hometown and friends without even being allowed to get phone numbers to say goodbye, and the epilepsy that made it nearly impossible for me to get my driver's license, I decided being a homemaker would be my best course of action. But of course, nothing will ever be good enough for them. They hold every mistake I make over my head. As Dr. Susan David, an emotional agility expert, states, "Emotional agility is about being flexible with your thoughts and feelings so that you can respond optimally to everyday situations." It sucks. I can't even afford a service animal to help me with my epilepsy/seizures.- Dr. Susan DavidTony Tran

14. Severe Endometriosis

HowlingKitten07

15. Connective tissue disorder

ForsakenPercentage53

16. Acute Leukemia

justmanny_beingmanny

17. Combo disorder depression

angroro

18. Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder

Craicpot7, Kinga Cichewicz

19. Chronic bladder and kidney infections

t1nydancers, Towfiqu barbhuiya

20. ME/CFS Club

Mysterious_Sugar7220

21. Psoriatic arthritis

I have psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia. Just recently diagnosed but have been dealing with the pain and fatigue for years. I get a ton of judgment because my husband is “Mr. Mom” and takes on a ton of the parenting duties for our toddler, especially when we are out of the home.He doesn’t care - a) he’s an equal parent by choice, and b) it’s an agreement we’ve made, that with all of the energy it takes me to even get us out of the house and socialize…he primarily manages the parenting once we get there…but people see a dad being the primary parent and the judgments are plain as day on their faces. As Dr. Terri Orbuch, a relationship researcher, states, “It’s important for couples to communicate openly about their roles and support each other against societal judgments.” Now that I finally have a diagnosis, those sideways comments from my own mom implying that I was lazy have stopped.- Dr. Terri OrbuchKlara Kulikova

22. Stuttering

SammyCCFC, Jessica Da Rosa

23. Asthma

Amaranth-13, Sincerely Media

24. Broken shoulder

Carl__Gordon_Jenkins

25. Social anxiety

Shynosaur

26. Dyspraxia

a-jm93, Ethan Sykes

27. Chondropathy

LTKerr, Lindsay Henwood

28. Borderline personality disorder

neuroticfledgling, Kayla Koss

29. Serious back condition

automatorsassemble, Afif Kusuma

30. Erythromelalgia

padi_cake

The degree of daily chronic pain and discomfort some people may experience is another factor. The best course of action is to be as kind as you can be to everyone you meet.

Feel free to clarify any medical conditions in the comments that you feel are being misconstrued or perceived incorrectly so that everyone can learn more.