Sorry you are going 5hrough so much emotional trauma right now. Try to get a good nights sleep and then see if you think a doctor's appointment would be in order. Grief counseling regarding your...
Cheer up! Go to YouTube and search Yoga in bed. Do the easy routines and cuddle your dog!...
Hi! Have you looked into Reynauds Syndrom or Lupus? Sometimes cheaper health clinics are run by the local county. Call Rheumatologists and see if you can find one who will work with you financially....
Checking in again to update on spinal stimulator and fibro...it helps minimally with fibro and somewhat with neuropathy. I fell and broke my femoral neck in the hip area. The three pins they tried...
Whenever you feel too involved in a relationship to judge it truly, ask your parents. They have become good judges of character over the years, have seen a lot, heard of a lot, and LOVE You MOST....
I have found tea, any flavor and at any temperature, my major beverage. You can sweeten it with stevia, agave nectar, Splenda, a splash of fruit juice or Torani beverage flavours. Serve it in fancy...
Checking back in on my post with an update. Had SCS installed yesterday. the current gently going down legs is extremely comforting. Releif at different percentages from hips into toes, so happy to...
topomax made me depressed so I threw it away....
Physical therapy is what helped me with TMJ. Also learning when I was tightening my neck and jaw muscles to stop and relax the face. Avoid stress, don't clench teeth when angry. Learn to deal with...
I bought the D-Ribose and am giving it a try. My problem is not taking supplements regularly, but the days I do take it, I do feel a little stronger. Will repost after faithful with it for a while....
oh, and I forgot to mention getting a good nights sleep...why am I awake and posting at this hour??? I'm going to pay tomorrow!...
/community/emoticons/turn.gif Welcome! You're not crazy, just in pain! The first entry in Fibro Forum is Fibro 101 - chock full of info and helpful links and suggestions. First thing is to find a...
Barbara, I understand your pain, exhaustion and frustration. Between the Fibro and spinal surgeries, nerve damage, I have been in constant paint and nearly bed ridden for the last three years. Yes,...
Have you been getting regular exersize and Magnesium, D and B Vitamins? Deep breathing exersizes also help and if it gets any worse go see your doctor to make sure you are not having blood sugar...
James,A similsr survey and question a week or two ago http://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=24&m=2513923 ...
I like the one by Swanson that has D-Ribose and some Magnesium in it. Powder form you mix in a drink, it has no flavor of its own. D-Ribose is a sugar made by the body that regulates ATP production...
Wish I had a mom and grandma still around, they loved KFC. Once my mom ordered (in advance) 100 cheeseburgers from BK for a family party. Many Italian restaurants will make a huge tray of salad or...
I have had good luck with Easy Spirit, SAS and Aerosoles...
Ouch and welcome!...
Since you have already begun to worry about it, I,m sure you will be in full flare that day. I was! Tell the doc what your symptoms usually are as well. Prayers....
I am surprised Dr. did not refer you to a Rheumatologist to check for Fibro look-alikes or to a neurologist or osteopath regarding your neck issues. He is following protocol hoping your body self...
Nothing to lose but money... http://www.fmnetnews.com/coping-resources/consumer-alerts/product-6...
Welcome Abia!! Cheer up and put on some great music! At least you have a diagnosis now, a starting point to begin babysteps to healthy living. We all care here and know how you feel....
Hi Debbie, Stand in front of the mirror, smile and give yourself a big hug from me! 'Tater is right, it can only get better. Time to move on and up, up , up! Cheers1...
welcome CKF! Llamas are cool and it sounds like you know how to keep busy! I like to do computer games too to distract from pain. Just took up cross stitching and used to live with Grandparents, too....
The grocery stores in my area are switching to electronic couponing where you go on their website before you go shopping and click on what coupons you want and print your shopping list with coupon...
My life has actually become more emotionally substantial since chronic illness has hit. Life used to pass me by and be dictated by everything that happened in the day to day lives of family members,...
Lay on side, lift top leg and use toes to "write" the alphabet upon your chosen point of the wall. Flip sides and to the other leg. Stand in an inner doorway. Grasp jambs for stability and place one...
Print your post and take it with you to your appointment. there may be many of your symptoms that she is not aware of yet. Demand to be taken seriously....
3 members of our family had the fundoplication with excellent results for the last 15 years. I don't know how it affects CF, we all had Barrett's Esophagus....
go to the Psy and change your rheumy....
We all need to help increase Fibro Awareness. The ignorant statements people make (even in the healthcare industry) are appalling. She obviously doesn't know how to speak to a patient, and could use...
You did great just to put him to bed. Two year olds can hardly be reasoned with at that age, they call it the terrible twos' for a reason. Always be consistant,kind and loving, and eventually he will...
Last week I tested a neuralstimulator, that has two leads inserted stratigically into the spine that sends a gentle current into the painful area. For me it is the lower back (discectomyL2L3, Fusion...
Yes MommaKiki, it is much smaller than a tens unit but works the same. The leads are permanently installed into the spine and the reshrgeable battery pack under the skin on back of hip. You recharge...
/community/emoticons/turn.gif Welcome home, get well!...
Last week I tested a neuralstimulator, that has two leads inserted stratigically into the spine that sends a gentle current into the painful area. For me it is the lower back and leg neuropathy. It...
Agree with Smurfy Shadow. Even mild asthma and allergies have to be controlled or they will make fibro worse. Relax, use a wheel chair and enjoy yourself. call your doc from the aquarium and set up...
See a Rheumatologist who can tell you what is Fibro and what may be arthtritis or something else if this kind of pain is new to you....
I had that surgery about 15 years ago and was glad I did. The Barrett's Esophagus has never gone away completely, but I have not had to take any anti-acid type medications at all since my surgery....
earplugs, earmuffs and headphones not plugged into anything can be smile savers. I am going to try the white noise idea "lockett" offered. There are devices for relaxation where you can play white...
See a gastroenterologist. I had this with Schatski rings in the esophagus, which are easily removed. Had GERD which had already turned into Barrett's Esophagus. Don't wait, it won't get better. It...
Have you been to the Fibromyalgia forum on this site? In the first post (Fibro 101) is a list of symptoms. Read it and see what you think. Hope you are fine and it is nothing....
Almost MedFree - Yes, can't deal with cleaners, bleaches, perfumes. Can't walk through Home Depot because of fertilizers, pesticides. You could open that question in a seperate post so more people...
Wondering how you were doing! Dizziness can be caused by blood pressure, hypoglycemia, vertigo. I know we fibromites feel over/under doctored at the same time, but I am always afraid to attribute...
Make sure the air conditioning or a fan are not blowing directly on you in summer, using a heating mattress pad in winter. A sleep supplement might also be useful....
San Diego is great. Mainland, very little rain,, temp hovers around 70 degrees all year. What is snow? Come on out and visit, maybe stay....
You should be calling your psychiatrist and letting them know you are depressed. Call twice a day if you have to. What he is doing is not working. Good Luck!...