Thanks for the replies. Boo, just curious, what are DOMS?...
Hey all. I post here sporadically, sorry I'm not around more often. Just for reference, I was officially dx'd in November after 4 years of looking for answers. I am 24. My rheumy called my fibro a...
Thanks for all of the replies! I think I will make an appt w/ a rheumy in the area that also specializes in Lyme. Can't hurt, might help, right!? I appreciate the info....
Hey all, I posted a couple weeks back that I've been diagnosed with "fibromyalgia without the presence of tender points" recently, after 4 years of widespread pain, which has now evolved into muscle...
Thank you for the responses! I think the first thing I will do is request a copy of the blood test results for myself, so I can look at them, and perhaps consult you guys with the bands. That will...
Thanks very much for the information! I will definitely pursue this. I think my first step is going to be requesting the results of the blood test from my doctor, so I can look at it myself, then...
Oh and the bladder issues are basically feeling like I have a UTI constantly, and not actually having one. Urgency, burning, pelvic pain...but no UTI....
Thanks...I don't smoke, never have. Does anyone have advice on how to get better testing for Lyme, or to find a doctor who will pursue the possibility to further then? I'm kind of lost about where to...
Oh and a short list of my symptoms include: - Widesprain pain, both joint and muscle (neck, shoulders, elbows, knees, wrists, fingers, legs and arms in general) - Muscle twitches everywhere,...
I normally post in the Fibro forum, but was told to ask this question here, I hope no one minds! So, I have had all the pain and symptoms attributed to Fibro for 4.5 - 5 years now. I was only...
So, I have had all the pain and symptoms attributed to Fibro for 4.5 - 5 years now. I was only officially diagnosed in November of this past year. During the 4 and a half years I've been tested for...
I actually had this not too long ago, it was an area almost along the length of my part. It hurt to touch it even just the tiniest bit, and it hurt for the shower spray to hit it. I had a doctor's...
Yes, this happens to me quite often, actually. I think it's a combination of fibro fog and the fact that most people space out when they're driving. When I space out and then snap back to full...
Statgeek, you reminded me: When you put dinner in the oven, or water on the stove top, and then complain to your DBF/DH that the d!$@%# oven is broken and won't cook anything! After which he reminds...
When you consistently get up to use the bathroom during the night, somehow forget that the door is ALWAYS closed, and walk full force into it. Then wonder the next day why your nose is red and...
Sera, I know I am taking the Vit D supplement on top of my multi, and I don't think you can OD on Vit D, but you could always call your doctor and ask? Or if you've had blood work done in the recent...
Oh and if you aren't already taking it, consider a Vitamin D supplement. Many people with FMS and other chronic pain disorders are low in Vitamin D. Blood work showed I was moderately low, and taking...
Sera, I heard some good advice about fish oil supplements recently! A lot of people complain about "fish burps" after taking them (ick, doesn't sound pleasant) and I heard that if you take them...
Ah Baloo I am so glad you mentioned the red light/green light thing because I find myself doing that ALL the time. I will go through an intersection and then immediately think "Oh sh*t" was that...
Thanks ladies. Patsie I have an appt with the doctor tomorrow to discuss the issue, I don't know if he'll send me to a neuro or not, so we'll see! I will definitely keep you updated, and if you find...
Oh patsie, although I wouldn't wish the "itchy twitchies" as I like to call them, on anyone, I am glad not to be alone in this, since I was fearing I had something new and horrible. We should keep...
Thanks for the reassurance ladies! I had been thinking perhaps the scalp was due to the clenching my jaw so much, but wasn't sure. Patsie, ugh, I'm so sorry you have to deal with the twitches too,...
Hey all. I haven't been on too much as I started a new job with funny hours, and I have been having what I think is a flare after going almost a week with minimal symptoms. I've just had horrible...
I'm with you Denise, I hate those commercials for anti-wrinkle cream where the woman says that no one can guess her real age and at the end says "By the way, I'm 43." 43 my butt! And if, by some...
YES Pattie, I do get those it is sooooooooo annoying, it feels like it itches somewhere deep inside that I can't get to. Irritating! Thanks Sherrine! :smile:...
OK so I've been having these interesting "movements" in my muscles, but they're not what I would have thought muscle twitches are. It's hard to explain what it's like...it feels almost like someone...
I second whoever suggested getting a recommendation from your GP/PCP, if you like your GP. I've been through many counselors (psychologists and psychiatrists) starting back when I was 8 years old (16...
LOL Statgeek, I bet you are right about the thongs. I also have friends who think they're comfortable and it amazes me. Nothing about that can be comfortable! I also hate string bikini underwear...
According to certain other people (read: siblings) I don't have any real style and never have. It seems like I've ALWAYS dressed for comfort. Perhaps b/c I've had fibro symptoms since I was young? I...
I'm not sure if they're associated w/ fibro, but lots of women get them, including myself. Other than not taking different meds or antibiotics, have you started using any different soap down there?...
They edited it out one word and I won't repost what it is, but it's a word that can mean odd, but also is slang for gay. Hopefully you can figure it out for yourself, LOL....
When I was in high school my parent's gave me a journal (I love to write and was forever journaling and jotting things down) with the "Don't Quit" poem on the cover. I've really loved it since then:...
Hey there. Actually, a foam roller (in addition to being something used to curl you hair!) is a piece of "equipment" (for lack of a better word) that many athletes use to roll over their stiff/sore...
Oh I get that problem ALL the time. There have been times I've literally closed my eyes and nodded off at my desk. Especially if you work in front of at computer, it seems to strain the eyes even...
Thank you so much for all of the replies! I really didn't think of an electric blanket...doh! I should definitely invest in one of those. Whoever mentioned the heated mattress pad, that sounds divine...
Thanks Julie, I have really been making a conscious effort to relax my neck and shoulders lately too. I have tried the "bed buddy" - I wish I had a giant one I could heat up and lay on so I could get...
Hey all. I know I'm not around and posting often, but I do want to let everyone know I love to read this thread and get advice and input. I'm going to try to be posting more hopefully. Anyway, I have...
I second and third everyone else who says it is most likely due to stress. I don't talk or do anything else in my sleep on a regular basis, but I do occasionally, and I think everyone does. A lot of...
Yep, I know exactly what you are talking about, unfortunately. I was diagnosed with IBS before I was actually diagnosed w/ Fibro, but my symptoms were pretty similar to yours, especially the...
What you describe as far as feeling like you need to move or stretch your legs, and the fact that it's worse when you sit and sleep, does sound like RLS. I have RLS and it's not just limited to when...
Ugh one of my biggest pet peeves is when people seem to drown themselves in perfume or cologne. Especially in an office building. One woman who sat next to me wore this awful vanilla smelling stuff...
Just wanted to say thanks to everyone for the kind and supportive responses. Luckily I have a DBF who is helping to support me financially and so I should be OK in that aspect, other than the health...
LOL this is too funny! I always have wondered why that guy seems to represent such a HUGE myriad of products that are available only on TV. And does he have to talk so loud? I don't know about anyone...
Hey there everyone. Well, as my post title states, I just lost my job. I was let go on New Years Eve. For a bit of occupation background, I was employed with the company for 2.5 years, full-time. It...
Oh yes Stat I am feeling better by now. I did have a mimosa this morning but I think it was so little champagne that hopefully it won't do too much damage. As for the medication interactions, the...
Oh Stat, I feel your pain. I went to a holiday party last night and had 2 mixed drinks. I hadn't drank in months, and I never really drink to excess. Even before I knew I had fibro, just having a...
I agree with the poster above, my doctor said an iron supplement could help with the RLS symptoms so I started taking one twice a day (only after he tested my iron and determined it was low. Not low...
Now ladies, there's an easy justification to this problem. Whenever you accidentally put something on inside out, only to discover it later, it's good luck. According to that old adage, we're a...
After you've been diagnosed with fibro, how do you know when you should go to the doctor when you feel pain? Maybe I am not explaining this right. How do you differentiate between fibro pain and...
I personally have a tough time tolerating artificial sweeteners. Even with Splenda I get a terrible headache and it makes me feel achy. I try really hard to stay away from aspartame too and I check...