Thanks for everyone's responses, they are very helpful! I did have my thyroid check, and I am hyperthyroid, which is the opposite of most people. From what I can gather, this can cause fatigue....
I try to keep cliff bars everywhere, like in my desk at work, so I always have something that is easy. My go to for a quick lunch or snack is peanut butter on a sandwich, apples, etc. Jif sells those...
I know Aspartme is not good....I wish I could stop drinking Diet Coke but I have been drinking it for so long! I know I need to cut back. Otherwise I am very healthy. Kristie, I am also a vegetarian,...
Hi all! I keep posting about all my random ailments, because who else would understand but a bunch of fibromites? :cool: Anyway, last time I had blood work done the two things that came back abnormal...
Kristie, WOW, too funny about the Mt. Dew! I drink a lot of Diet Coke (3-4 cans a day) and I never hear the end of it from my husband, so I have no idea what he would do if I drank a 12 pack! But...
Thanks everyone for your responses! I tried Adderall and was up ALL night, it was awful! It was the IR release though and not the XR. The Nuvigil has completely stopped working....I can take it and...
Hi everyone, I'm curious what helps your fatigue, whether it's medication, supplements, or lifestyle changes. I have always been a person who needs a lot of sleep. But now with 3 kids and full time...
Thanks again for the comments: I just feel better knowing that I am not alone. When you are sitting in that ER by yourself waiting for test after test and told it's nothing, that's all you feel. I...
Thanks everyone for the kind words. I had IBS about 9 years ago that bothered me, but I have not had a problem since I have had kids. Seashell: I work full time and I don't have swelling in my legs....
Tired-I had a seizure on Cymbalta, but I was also taking tramadol. I think you would know if you had a seizure, but I'm not sure. I think Cymbalta alone would be unlikely. Maybe you can try a lower...
Great blog post, I can relate!...
Hi everyone! I haven't posted in a really long time, but have been lurking. Last weekend I had a very strange pain in my upper right abdomen. Even with advil and rest it kept getting worse. So, I...
I apologize for asking questions lately and not providing much support. I had a seizure about 2 weeks ago and fell in my kitchen on my head and received a concussion. For those of you that have had a...
I also had a medication related seizure too a few weeks ago. Still testing but most is coming back normal. I hope you find answers!...
Apparently there is a higher seizure risk with Tramadol; I was told by doctor that it was not unheard of. It is not a narcotic to my knowledge. I was also on Cymbalta which increases your risk for...
I just took a masters level employment law class (I'M not a lawyer) but I did learn that the law requires your employer to provide "reasonable accommodation" for any disability. If it is really...
Hi all. Looking for people who have taken Lyrica and had that or did not has a side affect. Docs keeping wanting to put me on it after my seizure instead of the tramadol and cymbalta I was taking....
I'm sorry you are feeling so bad! I agree with Applevenus: a psychiatrist is just another tool for your toolkit. They will be up to date on all depression medication and hopefully find a combination...
Welcome Ruggy! I was recently on Cymbalta and didn't notice any side sexual affects...maybe the big "O" took a little bit longer. 30MG is a pretty low dose, so if you feel as though you feel better...
Myjoy: moving will take it out of you. I just moved 2 weeks ago to another state and I am still exhausted! Sounds like you need some rest. I have seen those Facebook game/posts you are referring to....
Thanks everyone for the kind replies. It was very scary. My kids are 4 and 2 twin boys that are 2. Luckily my husband and Dad were there and I wasn't alone when it happened. I was told that 99% of...
Maybe a heating pad and some iboprofen would help in the meantime? Neck discomfort is the worst! I hope your doctor can call in some to tide you over. :)...
I have not posted in quite a while because we recently moved to another state. This weekend I had a seizure. It really scared my family and me. The paramedics think it was due to low blood sugar, but...
Okay, I feel better! @Joyotay, I haven't had night sweats since after my c-section. I have been on Cymbalta for 2 months and this was the first night sweat I have had. It was crazy! I hope this is...
I am more fatigued. If I close my eyes for a minute during the day I am out. However, when I am trying to fall asleep at night it's a different story. I can deal with the fibro pain, but the fatigue...
Does anybody have experience with all of a sudden sweating A LOT since they started using Cymbalta? I don't know if it just because it is 100 degrees out, but I feel SO sweaty. Last night I had to...
Hi Angel, I used to have the Mirena IUD and I loved it. Never got my period and I actually lost all my post baby weight. So, I did not experience weight gain. However, I had it taken out because I...
Hi Seriouslyrelaxed! I have been taking Cymbalta for about 2 months and I am pretty happy with it. It seems to get rid of a lot of the little everyday aches and pains that bothered me without a ton...
Thank you to everyone's replies. Good to know that even prescription sleep meds don't completely knock you out. I was always worried about that. I think I will try some of the suggestions though...
angel, you are NOT useless! I feel the same way sometimes when my house is a disaster, I am slacking at work, etc. Having fibro makes things so difficult. I hope this forum helps you feel less alone....
This is kind of an out of the box solution, but I have been a vegetarian for 10 years. Initially it helped me lose 20 pounds and I have kept the weight off since. It forced me to stop eating fast...
I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for something that could help me fall asleep/ stay asleep without completely knocking me out until morning. I have three young kids and I am...
Thanks for the responses. Lyme14, I am going to start those supplements you mentioned along with malic acid/magnesium I have heard so many good things about. I also wondered if there is an...
Hi everyone! I have been lurking for a while but am finally "coming out of the closet" and posting on here! I'm 31 years old and was just diagnosed with Fibromyalgia 1 month ago. At first, I was in...