Hello! Yes, I have been put on Cymbalta (60mg)) by my Rheumo for the past three months. I suffer from Fibromyalgia and awaiting test results, etc. to see if I have ankylosing spondilitis (AS). I do...
What will happen if I drink alcohol while taking Lexapro? Studies show that LEXAPRO does not increase the cognitive and motor effects brought on by alcohol. However, alcohol may deepen depression....
Kelsa, welcome aboard! I believe els's has hit everything right on the nose, she's pretty smart, helpful, etc. Can't add much to what she has already posted but we are all here to provide any support...
Diet, are you taking any other meds? How long have you been on Cymbalta? Have you been checked for any thyroid problems? I, too, take Cymbalta but haven't noticed any major weight gains though it's...
Thanks for the replies. I do have one of those memory foam covers for the bed (can't afford the whole mattress yet) and am going tomorrow or Friday to check out some stores for the pillows. The neck...
Congratulations Beth!! That's a huge step I know. It's all downhill from here girl. And,your hubby stepping in and staying by your side is another great huge step. lean on him all that you can!...
Sounds good pixie! Anytime you can do it without medication the better! Good Luck!!...
Lori, Cliche is right about checking into your medical plan. To me it sounds like anxiety but there can be so many reasons your feeling like this. Has your Grandmother ever gone in to see if there is...
Pixie, the site I gave you for WebMD can give you information on different drugs used for Depression but the best resource is a Psychiatrist. A good pharmacist can also provide some help. A GP has...
PixieD, here is one site that I tend to use alot. I know my doctors have referred to this site themselves. http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-1836-Effexor+Oral.aspx?drugid=1836&drugname=Effexor+Oral...
I'm going through the same thing myself. I have FMS with depression/anxiety and recently diagnosed with cervical spondilosis and possible AS. My neck has gotten worse over the past month but most...
Missie, if found this article that might be of interest on your question: http://www.webmd.com/content/article/103/107196.htm Deb...
Snap, Crackle, Pop---Rice Krispies!!! (+CRUNCH). The new sounds my knees are making. I understand how you feel and it's a weird sensation, not to mention painful. I hope you don't have to have...
Howdy all! I was wondering if anyone who has neck problems (have spurring and possible AS in neck, already in knees) has tried any of those contour/memory foam pillows. My husband has DDD in the...
PixieD, what kind of meds were you on? How long did you take them for? What kind of therapy are you going through? Not everyone reacts the same to treatments, both medicine and therapy. I'm sure...
I was on Lexapro for awhile. Had cold chills AND sweats but no real major side effects besides these. Currently on Cymbalta. Has helped a lot and also seems to take the edge of my FMS. Haven't had...
Duck & Eriny, nice to meet ya! I was in the Army for 17 years (SFC). I started having problems in 2000 that escalated in 2003. Finally got diagnosed with FMS/chronic depression and was medically...
I was diagnosed with FMS in Sept 2002 and medically discharged from the military in June 2004. I have since been to a Neurologist and Rheumo because of increased neck/lower back pain, increased...