I just got the name of a new attorney. I am making an appt with him for next week. Wish me luck!...
Thanks for the replies..no the epidurals did not help but I am upset because my pain mgmt DR did not tell me that they can cause weight gain!! and come to think of it neither did my primary..he keeps...
Ok so I got my denial letter for SSD after six months. I went to an attorney for a consult and he told me that I have to appeal the decision online (which I did this AM) and then when I get my second...
This is the issue as I am sure many of you have gone thru this. If I get denied from Prudential for LTD (thru my company) I have NO income. Who is going to pay for my mortgage and all the other bills...
Hi SunshineRay, You sound like me! I have been to so many doctors and most of them don't take me seriously especially with the Fibro! I have a laundry list of symptoms and illnesses. I was diagnosed...
So after applying for SSD this past January, I finally got my denial letter yesterday. They sent me to a psychologist a few weeks ago and I told him about the pain I am in every day, not sleeping...
\ During the day my fibro attacks my shoulders and blades sometimes neck. My lower back always hurts. At night when I'm trying to go to sleep my legs start aching especially my right one. It is like...
I went to my local YMCA who held a class every Wednesday for people with arthritis and other conditions. I went one time. The pool was busy and I had a hard time hearing the instructor. There was...
Ok so I got a letter in the mail stating that I had to have a medical exam by state MD? I get there and wait over two hours to be seen. I was in pain and feeling miserable. I did not take painkiller...
I was also working F/T and had an hour commute home. I did it for one year. Eventually due to the exhaustion, pain and my lower legs and ankles swelling (and mental stress) I decided to go FMLA. I...
Sorry about your baby. We lost our dog 5 1/2 years ago and he was only 7 1/2 years. It was the hardest thing I have ever done. I think of him often. They are always in your heart. As time passes it...
I'm just happy that I'm not working. That in itself saves me alot of grief and anxiety. I love to spend time with my fiance. I love going to the beach in the summer. The beach is my Prozac! I feel...
Hi everybody, In Feb I applied for SSD. I got a letter yesterday stating that I have to have a medical examination by the state's doctor? Is this a good or bad sign? Did anybody else have to do this?...
I need advice on how to deal with a narcissistic mother. I'm at a point where I want to just alienate her from my life. She has tortured me from 15 to 21 years old. She is now 80 and still plays...
Hi Taltal, Sorry to hear that you have this at such a young age! I was in my 20's when I was diagnosed with IBS and EBV. I was tired because I was raising two daughters but as the years went on and I...
Hi All, I live in New Jersey and cannot find a support group. I am also interested in attending seminars and/or workshops on Fibro. I tried emailing the Fibro Foundation and several others but no...
http://askdrchildsdrdurr.com/fibromyalgia-treatment Check this doctor out..now he knows what Fibro is!!...
Well I have read several books on Fibro and have watched many videos on YouTube from diff doctors around the country. I advise everyone to do this because you do learn ALOT! These three Rheums I saw...
Ok so I need to vent. I have been to three rheumatologists so far: The first told me to exercise and put me on Savella which after 6 weeks I had to stop d/t side effects. I cannot take...
Congrats Kathy!! I hope I'm that lucky! If not, I have an attorney on standby. Please say a prayer for me....
I found a chiro neurologist who believes that Fibro is a neurological condition. Also, a specialist in Chicago believes that Fibro is inprinted in our muscles and tendons d/t a traumatic experience...
I want to put myself on a supplement regimen (regular medications all give me side effects). I want to follow Dr. Edelbergs (Healing Fibro) plan and my doctor has cleared me. I looked up Brain Energy...
I was diagnosed with EBV and Chronic Fatigue over 15 years ago! Last year I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. There are many doctors who now believe that Fibro and Chronic Fatigue are the same thing....
I have allergies and asthmatic allergies (I use an inhaler when I'm in my home state). I go to Florida every year and to be honest with you I feel much better down there. My headaches are gone, I...
Hello all, I applied for SSD approx two months ago and I know that first denial letter will be on its way soon. I have a very stressful job that requires alot of walking and mental stamina. I am...
Hi Jenny, I'm kinda new myself. Lots of good info on here but you have to try out different things to see what works for you. I am very sensitive to many meds so the anti-depressants (Cymbalta etc..)...
I feel like my hearing has decreased and have to turn up the TV or music to hear it. Also, as my Fibro gets worse, I constantly have a loud buzzing in my ears and once in a while a loud ringing. I...
Was watching some video clips on a doctor in PA. He specializes in Fibromyalgia. He is a chiropractic neurologist. I researched some doctors in my state (NJ) and the two I found do not treat this...
I have orthopedic issues as well --three severely degenerative discs in my lower back and a pelvic lesion on my right side that also gives me pain. I have had two epidural blocks with little relief....
Thank you all for the welcome. I recently bought the book Healing Fibromyalgia by Dr. Edelberg and it is now my bible. This book is loaded with info on every aspect of Fibro including medications and...
Hi--I recently bought book "Healing Fibromyalgia" written by Dr. Edelberg. It is now my bible. It is a fantastic book and he goes into every topic from medications, natural supplements, alternative...
Hello everyone, I am new to this site. I was diagnosed with Fibro last year after suffering for approx 5 years and not being diagnosed correctly. I also have a laundry list of other medical issues...