I go to a pain management doctor and have been going for almost a year now. I understand what you're saying about how you feel like its shadey and they have ALOT of patients in the waiting room who...
I see a pain mgmt doctor. At my first appointment, on top of the fibro I was already diagnosed with by a rheumy, he also said I have myofascial and osteoarthritis in my lower back and hips. His motto...
Hi All, Some time ago someone posted an awesome listing/write-up of work accommodations. I have been on a work accommodation for the last 6 months, but when I ask for it to become permanent then a...
Hi, Was just wondering if anyone else has this sensation in their lower legs that feels like your legs are going to give out? This just started last week for me. My legs haven't given out...
As the adult survivor of 2 narcissistic, emotionally and mentally abusive parents, I'm going to tell you that you should not feel guilty for wishing your mom would just go. That's normal. You need to...
Yes, I have that as well. My legs (shins) will feel like they are burning. DMarie...
I'm not sure what was posted 2 years ago, I am taking methocarbamol 750mg and it does not make me drowsy. Hope that helps DMarie...
Patti - so sorry for your loss!!...
Thank you all!! Yes, today my pain level is significantly lower. Dana...
Hi all, As promised, here is what happened at my Pain Management Docs appt yesterday. The doctor that I saw was an orthopedic doc who now only treats patients for pain management. His nurse came in...
myjoy - Can your old rheumy recommend someone in Michigan? or call around for you to find a new doc with similiar treatment plans? Just an idea. Dana...
Hi Kerri - I'm a runner. After a few years of not running, I was able to build a 'base' of 3 miles which took me about 6 months. I used to think my aches/pains/cramps etc was more mental than...
Hi all, I think my GP is frustrated with me. Everything we have tried has not worked (Cymbalta, Amitriptyline, Lyrica) and I'm still in pain. I don't want to take any narcotics and he doesn't want to...
Yes, I had a hysterectomy in 2003 and had adenomyosid, then in 2005 my appendix ruptured and I was in the hospital for 10 days. Since then, I still have abdominal pain, but if it doesn't go away in 2...
Oh Goodness!! I'm so sorry your husband is being so unsupportive. He needs sensitivity training (or a kick in the pants) We are here for you!! Please don't let his issues affect you getting help for...
Yep, ok... I told you all yesterday how I was feeling better after my massage on Wednesday. SOoooo, was thinking my windows needed to have the screens taken off and the winter dirt hosed off for...
LOL.....I have to laugh at that too. But seriously, they are from a different generation so I always try to look thru their eyes. They are survivors of the great depression and obviously take great...
I agree with you Rache1020 - my symptoms have gotten ALOT worse in the last 2 years which really prompted me to push and push for someone to tell me what was wrong with me and I finally got the fibro...
Uhoh...I hope I"m supposed to be taking cymbalta and lyrica together. The doc said he wanted me to take the cymbalta for my depression and anxiety and try the lyrica for pain. Tomorrow I'm supposed...
Hi Sunset34 - I'm not sure if everyone would agree, but I don't think there is a 'fast fix' for fibro. I was recently diagnosed as well, but I know I've had fibro for about 15 years, but didn't know...
Hi, I just wanted to share some good news for today. I've been in a major flare since November and was finally diagnosed with fibro last month. After having a melt down in my docs office last week,...
Oh yes 4lotus! I have had those exact same symptoms on 60mg of Cymbalta with the addition of very vivid and terrifying nightmares! The symptoms seemed to ease off after about 6 hours or so. Needless...
LOL....MAN! I do sooo many of those things and I never thought it was the fibro. I love you guys!! When I have a new bruise pop up and hubby asks about it, I press on it to see if I can remember what...
Thanks Patti!! I have been lurking on this site for about a week or so.....reading everything!! I don't live far from there, so I will be looking to see if he's on my insurance. I don't want to give...
Hi, I'm newly diagnosed, but certainly not new to FM. I've had all the symptoms since the mid 90's, but was always told it was in my head. Does anyone know of good fibro docs in NE Indiana or lower...