Ozzie, hear you about the busy day.. I work for a University and it is starting to get busy with the incoming classes.. I have noticed that I am beginning to have flareups, I am now making a list and...
Carbs... My old suggestion for carbs, close your eyes then they don't count because you can't see them.. (Milky Ways.. lol) However, upon reading further into it, I guess carbs are not a fibromites...
TGIF people! I am too pooped to sleep. I am at the office trying not to fall asleep right here right now. Good thing DH dropped me off this AM. God knows I wouldn't be able to drive home at the...
lol.. I was going to ask if you were ovulating. I have experienced higher than normal readings. But I also have a bug or two in the house with the kids.. I am feeling ok, just worn down and a little...
Fingers and toes crossed for you!! I hope it turns out in your favor.. Keep us posted. /community/emoticons/smile.gif ...
Sorry guys, had a really tough couple of days. I am chalking it up to the upped dosage on my meds and some nasty side effects.. I am doing much better now. :) (aside from being at work that is)...
Robin, I haven't done the kleenex in the fridge but I have put the baby diapers in there. Don't know what I was thinking there.....
Just now... fibrofog moment. At the office searching high and low for my cell phone to realize it was in my pocket of my sweater. Had another issue this AM. Put my lunch in a Walmart bag, put the bag...
Thoughts and prayers....
Thanks ladies.. I so long for a tub, all we have are showers in the house. :( Been an aromatherapy type of day... Its definitely a Calgon day. :)...
Felt decent Saturday... Didn't listen to my "limits" went above and beyond.. Have been paying for it dearly since. DH couldn't even hug me yesterday to console me. Today, I called into work and have...
Thanks so much guys.. I appreciate it. I will certainly check into the book Foxxy.. Thanks so much!...
Hey Andrea, how old is your little one? I have been on a few things for the past several months due to depression issues. I am on Celexa (40 mg) and Lunesta (3 mg) Now onto the Fibro. When I was...
Bob, I'm on Lunesta (3 mg) for insomnia. It works well for me. Though sometimes when I wake in the middle of the night I have difficulty falling back asleep. For the most part I do not feel "groggy"...
Good Morning friends! I woke up this AM at 4:30 thanks to my darling little daughter.. ugh.. Fell back asleep for about 45 minutes then came downstairs with her to watch sesame street.. I currently...
Karencat, I'm glad your on the mend. Sending positive vibes your way. (((hugs))) -Amy...
Bob, I went to my PCP for months with the same complaints and had several tests, exams, etc... After everything coming back fine, my PCP (who I have been with for over 10 years, and whom I trust...
I too suffer from the deadining fatigue. As of lately I have had a pretty bad flare up. I have been indulging in naps as I have been too sore to exercise, I do walk about 30 minutes a day, but that...
Hi Bob, Welcome to the forum. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia about 2 months ago. As Robin said fibro is very difficult to diagnose as there are no direct tests for it. My chief complaint (on a...
4Ever, I would see a new PCP. Mine was the one that told me about the Rheumy and suggested her. (fortunately I don't need a referral with my insurance) But it was nice to know where to start. My PCP...
Hey there MegNZ, I have only been on Lyrica for 2 months. I am still trying to figure out my cocktail that will assist. Just had my dosage upped earlier this week. I'll keep you posted. :)...
Hey Andrea, I was tested and deficient in D3 and B12. My Rheumy said that one of the reasons why I feel so bad is because of these issues. D3 was 14. So I am taking 50,000 IU weekly. B12, I don't...
Thanks so much Debbie. I appreciate your response. I am going to search Amazon to see if there is something that I can see for kids. Heck, maybe WE should try to get together to write a Fibro...
So another question from my mind... I have not yet told my kids about my fibro. They know that I am tired, and old.. (because I go to bed early) lol. I have an 11 year old, 9 year old, and a 5 year...
Diva, I get that feeling. Before Fibro, I was so healthy.. Rarely a cold. Now I feel like I am falling apart. Learning my limitations and sticking with them is the hardest part for me. When I run out...
I am on Celexa for depression, Xanex for anxiety, Lyrica for the nerve issues and Tramadol as needed for pain. I was just diagnosed with Fibro by my Rheumy 2 mos ago. Prior to being diagnosed, I had...
UGH! Fibrofog has struck. I keep forgetting what I am doing here at the office. Minimal tasks and then my mind just goes.. Feeling like I have ADD at the moment. Thanks for the vent.....
Vent away Diva. Hugs to you. I understand the going stir crazy. Even when I am at the office all day, I still feel the stir craziness. Though I am nervous about going out by myself.. (long story)...
I have issues with cold and extreme heat. Cold makes my skin hurt, like I am one big bruise. Heat, makes me feel like all of my joints are swelling. I literally have a 3 degree safe zone. Crazy? I...
Robin, big hugs to you. I can't say I know what you're going through, but please know that I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything you need, feel free to lean on me. Hugs,...
Hey MegNZ, welcome. I am a new one on the forum too. Diagnosed about 2 months ago, though experiencing symptoms for a bit as well. On Lyrica 150mg a day and Tramadol as well. Doing some light...
Andrea, I too read that Vit D can mimic fibro. Hence the question. Many of my family members are suggesting that it is just a vit disorder as opposed to actual fibro. Love the lack of support....
So.. question. I have been online searching and have gotten mixed answers with vitamin D deficiencies and fibromyalgia. So, I figure who better to ask than my online family!! :idea: Are any of you...
UPDATE: Just got home after a fun filled Rhumy appointment. Doubling my Lyrica dosage to 150mg and adding Tramadol (spelling?) for good measure. Had more blood work done, checking my vitamin levels...
Meg, I am totally going to check out flylady.net that seems great. I am having major issues keeping house right now, and though my husband does A LOT I know it takes a toll on him. (he's insulin...
Painful fingers and toes and feet.. Yup I am right there... had all of the tests for RA and Osteoarthritis.. Came back negative. Have an appointment with the Rhumy today.. Hopefully there is...
AMEN! I feel the same way. I woke this AM to a thunderstorm and literally said.. crap. My husband said, what? I said later isn't going to be fun. He had to help me out of bed this AM. Good luck with...
Hugs to you Rose. One step at a time....
Awesome Andrea! Maybe.. :) I go today at 2:30.. lol. I certainly hope she is able to help you. She is the doctor that made my diagnosis, I've seen her for two months. . - i don't really have much to...
I love you guys! Thank you so much for the motivation and the helping words. I feel so blessed to have found you guys!...
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woohoo! Love it! :) Thanks Robin!...
Hey there Momto6.. You certainly are busy. I was recently diagnosed as well, I am into the 2nd month of my diagnosis. Still working on the proper cocktail, in-fact waiting on a call from the dr. now....
No worries Andrea.. She's great. Young, vibrant, and totally down to earth. I hope it works well for you. -Amy...
Thanks so much for the warm welcomes... Have been on Fibro 101.. I have a notepad, I am such a nerd. :) I am so thrilled to have found you guys. From what I am reading and learning is amazing. (yes I...
Brand new (or I guess two months old) in the fibro realm. I am a mom of 4, oldest 11 youngest 15 months. I have been having pain for the past couple of years progressively getting worse. Met with my...
I'm in the Miami area, and I see Dr. Oberstein in Aventura, I am brand new to the diagnosis, but she certainly seems to know her stuff. My pcp referred her to me....