Is hand pain from Fibro?

GrammyG

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Posted 2/22/2020 4:59 AM (GMT 0)

I was diagnosed with Fibro over 4 years ago. I recently started having a new symptom of pain in both hands. They are stiff and increase in pain when I work either in the kitchen or cleaning the home. The thumb is the most painful (both) and it feels like it's mainly at the base of the thumb. Is this a symptom of Fibro? If so, have you found something that helps reduce the pain?

Sherrine

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Posted 2/22/2020 6:44 PM (GMT 0)

Hi, Grammy! It’s good to see you again. My hands can get achy but my rheumy says it’s mild arthritis. I’m older so that is not to be unexpected. I use my ibuprofen and Tylenol to help. Warmth and warm water make them feel better. Maybe use your heating pad on your hands when they really hurt.

I don’t know where you live but when it gets cold outside my hands and joints can hurt more. Warmth always helps.

Because I have arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in my family, I’ve been taking glucosamine sulfate to help keep my joints healthy. That’s another idea for you.

I do hope this helps and your pain subsides. Do let us know how you are doing.

Sherrine

GrammyG

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Posted 2/23/2020 4:37 AM (GMT 0)

Hi Sherrine!
It's good to know you are still around and helping people! I hope you are doing well!

I am sorry you deal with painful hands. I imagine you are probably right... it's most likely arthritis. It's just strange
that it hit all of a sudden and in both hands. I will try using the heating pad on my hands. I know heat is so good for arthritis.

Take care of yourself!
Georgene

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