I've learned how to get through a workday even when my body is screaming. But a flare-up hits mid-meeting and I keep my face calm while I count the minutes till I can move. Nobody knows, and the effort of hiding it leaves me with nothing left by the time I get home.
More people experience this than they realize.
You can push through pain at work, but the flare-ups and constant hiding wear you down.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.