Over the past 6 months, I have been having really bad and intense pain in my toes and feet. Sometimes it feels like I am walking on rocks. Other times my toes and feet feel really sensitive like I...
I have TMJ and it could be that. It can cause jaw pain when eating/chewing and headaches. It can also make your ears hurt. I hope you feel better soon....
I really feel for all of you who are having to endure all this cold weather! I don't know what I would do. I agree with Sherrine about hot showers and bed buddy. I actually have 5 bed buddies now. I...
I have taken Lyrica before and while I didn't have any trouble with high bp, it did cause me to gain around 30lbs. Once I stopped taking it, the weight came off. I am now taking gabapentin and my dr...
Everyone is different in how the react to medications. I have taken gabapentin for a couple of years now and it does help me a lot but I do have peripheral neuropathy. In the beginning, it did make...
I have other health issues so when I am flaring, I have to take it easy. If I push myself, I will continue to pay for it. So I just relax on the couch or my recliner and either read, play on my...
I have this sometimes, feeling hungry and then the nausea. For me, it is caused by my acid reflux/GERD and gastritis. I have to take Prilosec for it which does help. This may not be what is wrong...
Thanks Lynnwood. I know I am probably worrying for nothing but my gut tells me it is something. I have learned over the years to go with my gut. Anyway, if I ask my rheumy to test me for Lupus, is...
I have not been diagnosed yet so I may be jumping the gun. I do have a rheumy appt in February. What I would like to know is if Lupus can be manageable? From what I have always heard, it is a...
Hi all, I am a member on some of the other boards but this is the first time on this one. I have a question. I have had Acid Reflux/Gerd for several years now. I have been taking Prilosec for it all...
I had sciatica after a fall last year. I actually did the splits but not on purpose! I am surprised I didn't do more damage. It took about 6 months for it to go away completely. Like Sherrine, I took...
I have been taking Xeljanz since around August and so far, it works okay. Not great but okay. At least I don't have to do Humira injections anymore....
I do this also. Most nights I only get 3-5 hours sleep. Then, every once in a while, I actually sleep through the night, like I did last night....
I agree with everyone, I would have thought she meant fresh mushrooms also. I'm glad everything turned out okay and that you have a great time!...
Carol_D: thanks for the link. I will check it out....
BadDay: It's really confusing, isn't it? Today my back is really hurting and I haven't done anything to make it feel that way. I was tested for ankylosing spondylitis a couple of years ago, which was...
I have been having the same problem. I plan on having xrays done when I go to my Rheumy next month. I know that some of the problem is my weight so that is something I plan on taking care of after...
We don't really have any plans except to stay home, relax and enjoy the day. We do have a friend coming over for Christmas dinner....
Merry Christmas to you too!!...
For quite a while now, I have had a lot of lower back pain. I have RA and at my last doctor visit (July), I was told that it was probably Osetoarthritis as you can not have RA in your lower back. I...
I agree with Sueg, you should be seeing a Rheumatologist and it does sound like you could have Sjogrens. I do not have the rash but I do have night sweats sometimes and I do have nausea at times...
I also have TMJ and a very small mouth. I have always had a fear of dentists and don't go like I should. I have had many root canals and never had any problems with them. I agree that the gas does...
I've had serotinin syndrome before and it was not fun. Now, I am very careful....
I went through menopause at 50 and it was one of the worst times in my life. I was an emotional basket case. My doctor told me that normally menopause is over within about 2 years but she has had...
I also get the nausea off and on during the day. I have medication to take when it gets really bad. But, I also have acid reflux/gerd and gastritis so it may be caused by that even though I take...
I get these sometimes along with the floaters. I also can't always see them unless I am looking at something dark. I have never asked about them so I don't know what they are....
I've not hear of any of supplements you mentioned. I will have to check them out. The only supplements I take are fish oil, calcium/vit D and magnesium malate. The magnesium has made a big difference...
I was on Mobic for a short time and for me, it worked right away. Unfortunately, I had to go off of it due to stomach issues....
I am so sorry you feel this way. I also don't know what happened but I hate to see you go and wish you well....
I agree, that article more or less said it all. Thanks for sharing!...
I agree that there are some really cute shoes out there and I used to love shoes when I was younger. Now I cringe when I see them because I know what they would do to my feet. Crocs and sneakers for...
I have been taking gabapentin for about 2 years now and it has helped to much with my feet and the skin sensitivity. It does make me sleepy at times but I work through it. Can't say if it helps with...
Very cool way to interpret Fibro. I would have to say that most of the time, I am doing the Waltz with a Quickstep in there every once in a while. Of course, I always pay for the Quickstep....
I would qualify for 12....
Maybe he is scared and not willing to accept that there is something wrong with you. I would suggest that he go with you to your doctor visit and let the doctor explain to him what is going on. He...
The only time I have had problems with medications was when I was going through menopause. Medications that used to make me sleep or sleepy would make me wired. Now that I am through menopause, I am...
I agree with others that you could be in a flare or maybe you have yet to get your pain under control and it feels as if it progressing. I also have RA and it can be difficult at times to determine...
I have arthritis in my neck along with herniated disks and I know that is the cause of the pain in my neck and shoulders that I have been having for a month now. I also know that Fibro can cause neck...
If you are sleeping during the day and at night also, it could mean that your body needs that rest. As for the tummy issues, maybe you do have a virus or a bug. Hoping you are feeling better soon....
Welcome knitsforsanity. Have you seen the report regarding the low cerebral volume from the radiologist? I have what is called Chiari 1 Malformation and it causes that. I also have disk problems in...
Hi knitwit! I don't have any advice but just wanted to welcome you to the forum....
It is the time of year for the flu. Not fun at all. I hope you are feeling better soon....
I'm also having some trouble pacing myself. Normally, when I get tired or start to feel a little pain, I will stop and rest for a moment then resume, rest, etc. My problem is on my good days, I tend...
I have also been having pain in my left shoulder/neck. It has been going on for about a month now. But, I have osteoarthritis in my neck and two herniated disks so I am sure that is what is causing...
Robin, I am so sorry to about the bad news. Prayers that it is from inflammation. As others have said, only God knows when it is your time. My Grandmother had colon cancer when I was 17 years old....
Hope your pain is better today. I hate when days start out like that. I agree with crazykitty, taking a hot bath really does help....
I sometimes sweat when eating but it is usually because I am eating a warm or hot meal (not spicy hot)....
Kcblues, I too am having problems this year with the cold. I live in Vegas and we don't usually get really cold weather in the winter but this year we have broken records and I am suffering because...
Robin, I am so sorry you are having to go through all of this. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers....
I take tramadol, 100mg 3 times a day. It really works well for me most of the time. Just be careful if you are also taking anti-depressants because the anti-depressants and tramadol can cause...