I have Multiple Sclerosis. In 2019 I had a really bad relapse that left me in hospital for a week.
Ever since then I've not been in control of my emotional responses to situations. My nurse referred to it as emotional incontinence (helpful!).
I laugh when I don't want to and this often leads to uncontrollable crying.
It's never happened in public before, until tonight. Been out with DH to see a stand up comedian and whilst in the queue to pay for our car parking I was trying to tell him something. It wasn't funny but I got a fit of the giggles. I could sense others in the queue looking at me. I had to try and bite my finger to stop myself but then tears started pouring down my cheeks. I was absolutely mortified, both for me and DH. Like I say it's only ever happened at home before but I was so embarrassed. To not be in control is awful.
Just wondered if anyone has similar experiences and if there are any tips/tricks/techniques for dealing with it.