Hi matacka, I'm sorry you're mom is having a hard time with pain control. I take both Oxy and fentanyl patch for fibromyalgia and cervical pain. The Dr should not have taken her off the Oxy's without...
Hara, I hate to hear, that someone can't take their meds, because they can't afford them.I think that's terrible,but everything is so expensive ,so I can understand. Working in the medical field and...
Hi crazy kitty, I've been feeling that way lately.It's kinda nice to know that we all share those feelings and support eachother.I read your thread, and was able to relate to it immediately. I tried...
Hi babygirl, I know how you feel,someday we feel know one cares,but all the girls on here always seem to give good advice ,and positive feedback. I always enjoy reading their advice. I hope you will...
Hi, Just bought one last week.It is a stainless steel front,with hidden controls. I really like it.It has two racks and many different features It is a Samsung brand. I looked at the double drawer...
Nana68, I'm glad your having a good positive day,we all need them sometimes,its keeps us in better moods. Take care, Sage...
Denita, I just read your thread about your mom.I'm so sorry that that happened to her and you went through that. I can't imagine how that must of been. Sage...
Hi rHudson and Welcome, I dont have bipolar,but I'm on Stavella for 3 months approx.,and at first I thought It helped little with energy, but really has not improved pain or fatigue much at all. I...
Nana and Robin, Thanks for replying.Nana I'm sorry you were so sick.I know I always think I have things that I don't have.Our nerves can make us think we are dying ,and someday we feel that way. I'm...
Hi Nana68, I'm lying in bed right now ,feeling a little hopeless.Having a lot of muscle pain in arms and legs ,with difficulty walking.My husband just said yesterday that my legs look like they were...
Thanks not so crazy, That was interesting,and I like at the end when he mentioned George Carries philosopy, " no pain, no pain" lol. Sage...
Hi everyone, I had some tests 2 days ago ,and I could not believe how painful they were.I had an Emg about 6years ago and I don't remember it being that painful. It's been two days since I had the...
Hi Tikibebe, Welcome, I'm married also and its hard for our husbands too,even though sometimes we have so much pain, we don't acknowledge it,I know I'm guilty of that. I feel bad.He tries to help,...
Hi grandmaroses, I'm sorry about your news.I have a daughter and I know when they don't feel well we worry. I hope you get better news about this.We will be thinking and praying for you and your...
Hi Sarahbear, My vitamin D was low and my Dr put me on 2,000iu 3x a day.I purchased drops,I find easier on stomach and Dr recommended.It's easy to put in any drink. She specified D3 is the best to...
Dreaming, I know how you are feeling with the pain,and not being able to do the things you are used to. You need to see a pain management Dr. They are the ones that will prescribe the pain Meds you...
Hi Andria11, It'd great to hear from someone who has it and works with it on a daily basis.I hope you don't mind if we have some questions in the future,that you might be able to help us with.I think...
Anxious612 Good luck with your hearing sure you'll do good,we are ail strong people that have to deal with life and fibromyalgia. It seems like everyone here either has been through this or is...
Hi Myjoy, Thanks for replying so quickly.That definitely helped me and gave me some hope to hang in there. It's a lot of stress,just what we need,but its good to know you got approved.I'm glad my...
Hi. Myjoy Regarding disability ,Did you get approved the first time? Because I'm finding a lot of people getting denied the first time ,and getting approved the second.I can't imagine waiting more...
Hi grandmaroses, I don't like to read when someone is in such chronic pain ,because I can really understand.I see a pain management Dr., and it definitely has helped me make it through my days. I...
Hi Robin, I can tell your a strong and positive person by the way you respond to everyone.Keep walking as much as you can and I hope you feel better. Sage...
Hi Normal, Know how you feel.I'm seeing two drs now, and still experiencing pain on a daily basis.Came home from work and collapsed in bed and cried.I'm trying my best to stay positive,but its...
Hi Angel, I wish you luck with your new Dr ,and I hope you can feel better some way. Take care, Sage...
Hi Angel, I don't know much about Fmla. When you need a day and you cant get out of bed.Do they let you use that for one day?,or does it have to be consecutive days.I'm having difficulty with work ,...
Hi I have weakness in arms and hands also.Sometimes can be painful to open jars,never had this until developed fibromyalgia.I think I have Ms sometimes too.I have not had a brain scan,but I think it...
Hi Angel, I know I can't handle my pain without narcotics,I've tried,but the pain is too severe sometimes.I'm just careful and think before I take them.I you have had a past substance abuse...
Hi Amz, I'm sorry your having a flare,and I know what you mean,when you say you wish you were normal.It's hard to accept this disease ,and I'm still trying to accept,this as long term.I try to rest...
Hi Snue, It is a small world,you never know.I have a wedding in great river this weekend, at Timberpoint country club. I think its great river ,or Islip terrace not exactly sure.Any way called in...
Hi Deb I'm in Patchogue for about 22 years.I graduated from Islip high ,its a small world. I would love to move somewhere warm,I'm really tired of these rough winters.My son lives in north...
Hi Deb You sound a lot like me, with food intolerance.I can't eat anything,well that's not exactly true.I can eat only turkey and I've kept away from bread,white flour and red meat.I have felt so...
Hi Jr, Sorry you are feeling so sick. I was extremely exhausted and still am,but do see an improvement during the morning hours now. I was sick with severe fatigue and tested for Epstein barr and was...
Hi Shans, I take D3 prescribed by Dr.I take 2,000 in drop form, three times a day.My vitamin d level was non existent.Depending on your labs the Dr should no how much to prescribe, if they are...
Sorry about typos, I meant Savella Im typing on my phone,computers not working. Sage...
Hi everyone, Started Stella 7 days ago approx.So far no side effects.The pack slowly increases the dose and along as you have frequent f/u with. Your Dr ,you should be ok.So far positive results.I...
Hi Miriam, Quick question,if you can answer.Is the disability check the same amount that the government sends us ,and estimates what we might receive, if we are disabled. I think mine said around...
Hi fibroprof, I'm new to fibro also approx 3-4 months,.Don't listen to that Dr.My fibro specialists says that you don't have to have all the tender points ,They can diagnose you with other...
Hi everyone, Just a little excited,started Savella and fentanyl patch for pain,and what a difference! I'm feeling optimistic today. My pain is at least 60% improved from the continuous debilitating...
Hi Shanna, I'm nurse too , I can relate to your pain.I'm keeping on a healthy diet also.We need to take care of our bodies. Feel better sage...
Hi confused and hurting, I'm new here too ,and I've been in a lot of pain latetoo ,it can be scary.y.My Dr is an md and specializes in fibro,chronic fAtigue and allergies.One of the nurses in the...
Hi lovemydogs, I work too,and I understand,nobodyknows how much pain you are having,and they really can't understand.I try to hold off on my pain med until around 1pm ,and then I take one percocet. I...
Hi sopissed, Can relate to what you are saying.I too have bad leg pains and legs are very weak,can't walk distances.Do you have fibro and thyroid problem.Im trying to figure out if the severe pain...
Hi Sherrine, I'm premenopausal,almost there, according to labs. The Dr is starting me on topical progesterone cream, that's comes in a pump dispenser from a compounding pharmacy in Colorado. She...
Hi notlovinit, I was on Topomax for migraines, and my hair started shading a lot,I had to stop it although it was helping the migraines.It's funny because everyone will react differently to all type...
Hi Robin, I,m sorry you're hurting,we can all relate.It will get better ,stay strong, Sage...
Hi nsbennet I was just diagnosed with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue,and have had severe hand,fingers and leg pain daily .I had to go to er last night,which I always try to avoid. I was...
Hi everyone, Just read something that caught my attention. It seems that drs have treated some fibro myalgia patients with this high pressure oxygenized therapy. I know that this can be used to help...
Hi Email, I had foot pain several years ago,especially worse in the morning, when I first got up.LIke Sherrine, said it could be planter fasciitis.I had an mri and it showed the inflammation of the...
Hi A hug and a kiss from my dog tux,always seems to cheer me up.Have three dogs and I would be lonely without them,they always no the right thing to say,lol. Sage...
Hi , Omg that is so true.I woke up this am in so much pain ,all over body,and when I looked out side ,there was snow all on the ground. l actually felt at first that I couldn't do it,by husband gave...