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Posted 11/19/2012 5:45 PM (GMT 0)
So I mentioned in a post last night that I was having a fibro flare. I wasn't very happy because I just went through hell getting of my pain meds which had cause a great deal of pain. I woke up today in just as much pain as last night. My body is so tender that my husband can't even touch me. I have been having flare ups more often then I used to. My husband is very concerend about me going back to work because of the flares and not to mention my work basically blew me off and I am fully aware it is because of the health issues I have. I know that I want to work but at the same time knowing that these flares can pop up at any given time makes me uneasy. I used to be very reliable and now I am not due having fibromayalgia. Most jobs I have noticed do not understand and would rather not have you there. So I don't know what to do. All I do know is that I wouldn't beable to work through a flare like this. And because I seem to have more than I used to I have no Idea what I should do. I need advice please help cry
Posted 11/19/2012 5:59 PM (GMT 0)
Lisa, I commend you for getting off the pain meds but there are some over the counter pain products that could possibly help you.  I could never not take anything for pain and still have quality of life!

 

I use ibuprofen with food, Tylenol, malic acid/magnesium supplements, vitamin D3 supplements, and a muscle relaxer called Robaxin that have helped me be in control of my pain and fatigue.  Notice I said I'm in control of the pain....not pain free.  But I am comfortable now since I started the muscle relaxer. 

 

I also walk daily as a form of gentle exercise for fibro.  Swimming and yoga are other good choices.  I also pace myself when doing things and that helps a lot too.  I do have a positive attitude and that has helped me about as much as the medications most of the time.  All this combined has helped me a lot.

 

You might ask your doctor about over the counter things, how much you could take, etc. because you need some relief.  I'm sure they will help you out.  You should not suffer like this.  Let us know what you do because we do care about you.

 

Sherrine

Posted 11/19/2012 6:38 PM (GMT 0)
Lisa, I am having the same concern looking for work. My flair ups are so bad there are days I can't do anything. I dont know if I will be able to work or not.
Posted 11/19/2012 8:18 PM (GMT 0)
Lisa- try not to be discorage. Remember your body is still trying to recover. It takes awhile to feel better. I know your tired of being sick. I use to have those days. It does get better. Before you throw on the towel for work, give yourself some time. I could remember healing months after I stop my heavy narcotics.

I wish you had better support when you stop all your meds. I had a Dr. Seeing me daily, plus a counselor. It frustrates me when I see patients go through this the hard way. No reason to.

Try to do something today to get your mind off the pain. It really does work. Even if you have to push your way through it. Remember never think you have to suffer with chronic pain all the time. There are many opitions out there. Why don't you keep a pain journal. This way you can share this with your Dr.

I am glad your reaching out for support. Never stop that. I hope your pain decreases through out the day.
Posted 11/20/2012 12:45 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks for all of your support! I hope to be feeling better soon.I haven't even been able to go for a walk or do yoga streatches. My body just feels so weak and I'm really tired. I know this is probably normal so I can only wait it out. I do have some over the counter medications but they don't work, So I usually try to get a warm bath or something like that. I haven't tryed the magnesium yet I hear alot of people mentioning that so that is on my lists of things to try. thank you all again I really appriciate your support!!!
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