Thanks, Lynnwood. Yes--I was sure surprised when doing a little research on the B vitamins--who knew some could quite easily become toxic while others are water-soluble. What a difference! It seems...
Good idea, Sherrine! Yes, even vitamins can be quite scary at times. I'm always amazed at the high levels shown even in some multi-vitamins. I would guess most people wouldn't even be aware that it...
Thanks so much, everyone. Those are all good things to consider! I had my labs done last November. Since I have them done yearly, they seem to be fairly steady, not showing a great need for anything...
Because I occasionally get some neuropathy, I've checked around and read in several places that B vitamins are helpful. The problem is the dosage, especially on B-complex vitamins. Looking at the...
Thanks, Sherrine--great idea! I couldn't seem to find the right term/terms for that--but 'power shopping carts' sounds just right. I'll definitely put that on my list. Thanks again.:)...
So far, I haven't tried those motorized carts that are available in stores. I generally can walk around fairly well. However, there are occasional flare-up times when I could surely use one of those...
So glad you had a special day. It sounds like your daughter has a beautiful view in her yard! Yum--that DQ ice cream cake sounds very tempting!! I haven't had one of those in a long time....but...
Time got away from me yesterday, but I hope you had a special day!...
Happy Easter to those celebrating! So nice to see the birds returning here in the (U.S.) Midwest. Love to hear all those bird songs. Thank you to those who keep working to find solutions to the fibro...
You're welcome. :) Feel better! (I don't know how that "smiley" always ends up in the middle of the box)...
Thank you, Susie and Sherrine! Susie: I got a weighted blanket for a Christmas gift from my son and his wife a few years ago. I can't use it on my legs, but can use it carefully draped over my...
Hi: I'm usually on the fibromyalgia forum, but just saw your topic. Ever since I had Covid in late 2021, I've had an issue with certain scents. It seems to be something in soaps and perfumes. Not a...
Yesterday I had a silver diamine fluoride dental treatment and had some Novocaine. It gradually wore off, as it does, but overnight, my body did that "nervy, jumpy' leg/foot thing. It's sort of like...
Hi Cathy: Thanks for that info! I hadn't heard anything like that before. I'm going to make a note of it and check with my doctor next time I see her. Good to know! And you're right--we can get some...
Yum--the Diet 5 drinks sound delicious! I'm always looking for new flavors. Thanks for sharing that! So glad to hear you're doing well since the heart attack--that's great news! :)...
Hi Sherrine: Thanks for mentioning Robaxin. It certainly is the best of the muscle relaxers I have tried, and thanks again for mentioning it some time ago, when I switched meds. So glad that I did! I...
I'm not at all familiar with the drug Lexapro, unfortunately. At Sherrine's suggestion, I started on Robaxin (a muscle relaxer) a few years ago and it's going pretty well. I take that and gabapentin...
Hi Cathy: I don't have much to add to what Sherrine said--she always 'covers the bases' and offers great thoughts/ideas. Just a couple things I'll comment on. I also had a posterior vitreous...
Sharon: I never thought of sciatica and really should have! I did have sciatic nerve issues, especially in the past. I do stretching exercises that are supposed to help, but it does flare up once in...
I quite often have pain around my tailbone when I wake up. I suspect it's related to arthritis, as I only seem to get it in the cooler months. I sleep on my side (and switch sides when I wake up...
Hi Ljm, Good to see you here! I've tried several topical pain relievers, and found that sometimes, the cheapest, generic ones work as well as the more expensive ones. I had really good results with...
Hi igotaLemon: (cute name, btw!) I don't know if I'll be much help, but just a few things I do regarding fibro pain. This probably isn't the best time to talk about more heat, but when I get a flare,...
Hi bekah8100 and welcome to the fibro forum! I just am getting over a nasty bout with nerve pain, and yes, some of it was up throughout my head. I like listening to very mellow music (the kind that...
Thanks much, Lynnwood and Sherrine! Sorry you both have had to deal with this, but I'm also glad to know I'm not alone! As you likely know, fibro can be so odd--just about everything can go haywire,...
Last night I woke up and my left foot had "locked" up into a spasm/cramp. My other leg was also a bit "nerve-y." Nothing really new about that. I had discussed it with an internal medicine doctor a...
Thanks for that source, Sherrine. I love Swanson Health and order regularly from them. They have not only supplements but so much more. Lynnwood, I don't know much about malic acid, but I sure notice...
Sherrine, would you mind sharing where you buy your malic acid and magnesium capsules? Thanks! Jeannie, thanks for your post. I do remember when Sherrine had mentioned malic acid here a long while...
Thank you, Susie and Sherrine! I'm still so new to Medicare that it can be somewhat overwhelming, so I really appreciate any input. The choices out there are so numerous and as you know, it takes...
Good to know! I'll check it out. Thanks!!...
Hi Sherrine and thanks for the reply! Yes, a bit more to the story, but something like that happened. I've bounced between the dentist's office and insurance for a few months now. If I don't get a...
I signed up last year when I reached retirement age for a well-known insurance provider. So far, well, not a bad plan, but sort of 'meh.' I do think they could have better coverage, though I realize...
It seems those of us dealing with all the kooky levels of fibromyalgia find ourselves "all over the map" no matter what we do! I can cruise through a day and accomplish much, and the next day I...
You share a birthday with my husband. Two great people born on the same day. :) Wow--it sounds like you are super busy helping your daughter! That's so great of you to help out. Our "kids" are always...
Hope you have a wonderful day and things are going well for you. Have a special birthday!!...
Wishing a happy Easter and blessings to all who are celebrating! Unfortunately, our weather here caused a huge flare-up of my fibro symptoms the last few days, but it's beginning to ease up. The good...
Hi Karen: You mentioned restless legs. I have that occasionally and once read it can be due to an iron, folic acid, magnesium and/or B-complex deficiency, or can be caused by other issues. Maybe you...
astroman: That's interesting! My normal temp is 97.6. It's been that for as long as I can recall. I live in a cold (winter) climate and can seldom stay comfortable (yes, my doctor told me years ago...
Wishing everyone a very happy and healthy 2023, full of many blessings. Hope you are enjoying the holiday season....
Hi Cathy and Sherrine: We may be a very small group, but great to see you here! :) Wow, Sherrine---it seems when it rains, it pours. Sorry all that happened! It sounds like you got it cleaned up...
Wishing everyone who celebrates it a very merry and blessed Christmas and happy, healthy new year! Also, special 'hi' to Sherrine. I hope things are going well for you and you're feeling better!...
Happy Thanksgiving Day on Thursday to all who are celebrating! I'm posting this a bit early, as I have lots of cooking and prep work tomorrow for our dinner. Thank you to everyone here who help...
Hi Sherrine: Slowly, but surely will get you there--that's what counts! Knowing you're very health conscious and have a lot of common sense, I would guess your healing will come very steadily....
Sherrine: You have been on my mind so often lately. How are you feeling? I hope things are much better! Sending good wishes and prayers for your healing, and that you're blessed with good health....
Hi Puppylover: Great to see you here again! Yes, it's been a long time. Life gets busy, right? I'm probably not much help, but I certainly can sympathize with you regarding doctors' viewpoints....
Wow, Sherrine!! So very sorry to hear about all that! :( One big thing to deal with is quite enough; two is quite trying--very trying. But, as always, you have a great positive attitude, and that...
Hi Sherrine: Great point! Yes, I take 2 calcium citrate tablets at lunch. The other magnesium glycinate I take with dinner. I'm wondering if these episodes are more neurological in nature? Thanks...
Last night I woke up with severe stretching, spasms, and some cramping in both my lower legs--on the outer sides just above the ankles and down into the feet. I jumped out of bed and found I couldn't...
Thanks so much for that info, Lynnwood! How interesting re things incorrectly diagnosed as UTIs--wow, who knew? It's definitely one more thing I'll bring up to my doctor at the next visit. I surely...
I'm 65 and generally on the Fibromyalgia forum. For the past couple of years, I've had extreme dryness, especially in the vaginal and rectal areas, as well as dry eyes. I use Systane for the dry eyes...
Thanks very much for that info, PPMSing12! My husband will see his heart doctor in a couple of weeks, so it's always good to have this type of info when the visit comes up. I don't believe I've heard...