A bit depressed

Amz, I'm sorry you are feeling down. I don't think it is uncommon for us to have some sad days...it's hard to be happy all the time....this sad day will pass and be replaced by a happy one...there will be many good days ahead...believe it.

From my own personal experiance, I've learned that sometimes we think we can't do something and give up trying.
What we believe we can accomplish has a lot to do with the outcome of things. I thought that I would never be able to do rough terrain hiking and climbing...I've learned I can still do it, but at a slower pace. I learned, I can walk long distances..it took awhile to build up my strength inorder to do it...but I can
and that is something I surprised myself with.

Amz,

My heart always goes out to the younger people, please don't give up on believimg.

I get crazy dreams from time to time, usually when my stress level is high.

Take Care and I hope tomorrow will be a wonderful day for you!

Hugs, Robin

Amz, more often than not, my dreams are frustrating. I'm trying to figure out what's going on, trying not to be late, not to hurt someone's feelings, bla bla bla.... (just like my waking life!) I don't think they're often about my physical problems, though, which is kinda weird when I consider how dominant they are in my life.

It is very frustrating to not be able to do things others your age can. It's understandable that you're having trouble coming to terms with it. But what can you do but just put one foot in front of the other? And keep posting. We really do care!

Debbie

Thanks for the replies, i am in severe pain when i do anything, stand up, walk, sit down etc, i do try to stay as active as i possibly can but its extremely hard when im in agony, my knees and hips lock and my hips feel like they come out of their sockets and i have to wait for them to click back into place.

I am very happy for you who can do more than before, but unforunatly at the moment that isn't the case for me.

I am very stubborn with what I want to do, so for me to be defeated is a major thing, my husband will verify that. I hate not being able to do the things i want or should be able to do. I do keep trying, but to no success :(

Amz

walking, both pleasure and pain; but it keeps the blood and stuff moving and circulating. i walk even in pain. keep strong, jamie

AMZ, have you talked to your doctor about adding more magnesium to your diet or take supplements?  I'm taking malic acid/magnesium supplements and am getting about 700 mg of magnesium a day, when I also count the magnesium in my multiple vitamin.  This might help you.  There is a link in Fibro 101 about the malic acid/magnesium.  It has help members on this forum, including me. 

 

The reason I'm suggesting this is it is very unusual to be in a wheelchair with fibro.  I use a cane but only at night when I get out of bed to use the restroom.  I'm very stiff and sore.  But most of the time I'm fine without a cane.  There are some members that need to use a cane more but rarely have I seen people using a wheelchair for fibro. 

 

Also, did your doctor run you through a battery of tests to rule out other illnesses that have the same symptoms as fibro?  There is a link on Fibro 101 called What Else Could It Be and these things should be ruled out before a diagnosis of fibro is given because they are illnesses that can be helped. 

 

My heart breaks when I hear stories like yours and you are so young.  I know I would keep looking for things to help and also make sure the doctor ruled out all the other illnesses.  I'm stubborn and a fighter and I just never give in.  I really want to see you have a much better quality of life.  I'll be praying for you. 

 

Meanwhile, just take one day at a time and keep moving the best you can.  Do the stretching exercises and keep walking, even though you need a cane right now.  You might strengthen those muscles and eventually be able to put that cane aside some days.  It's worth a shot.  Can't hurt and just might help!

 

Sherrine