She was a wonderful soul....
Barb, I understand fully. I recently moved To Myrtle Beach SC from Ohio and the 11 hrs back and forth in the car is oh so painful. I do straighten back to normal pain after a few days. Then something...
Thanks almost! I will check it out....
I must say I love love love this thread. Great suggestions. SO I noticed some of you mentioned D- ribose. I have heard this before and went looking for it at walmart and cvs and walgreens and can not...
I would have to be in the same boat as AndreM. I work a retail job as a store manager standing all day. On my worst days, I push through. Its not easy especially when I am in a full body flare where...
TomBSCS, I have seen other folks on here before state that they have felt better when they had a cold. I myself have experienced this bizarre reprieve of symptoms when I had a cold. I chalked it up...
Hello Grammy G, Anytime your pain is above what is normal for you and lasts longer than normal, whether that be a few days weeks or yes sometimes months, it would be considered a flare. My muscles...
Hi Charlie 82 and welcome Boy the symptoms sure do fit as fibro.... But they also fit the symptoms of anxiety as well. With fibro one of the biggies is pain. One of the criteria for fibro pain is...
I truly believe there is a strong connection with GAD ( generalized anxiety disorder) panic attacks and agoraphobia. I believe that if these conditions are not able to get under control either by...
Go go go!!!! I'd love to go on a cruise. Don't think what if thoughts. I don't want you to regret not doing this. This is time to spend with your husband and good friends!! Take in the beauty around...
Cathy you are not alone. The spring storms that move in cause major havoc on us!! Studies have proved this time and time again. Remember it's important to keep moving no matter what. Better days are...
Yes, as myself stated it's a common thing with us fibromites! From time to time I also get the cold hands and cold feet and they will appear purplish in color. Always let your Dr. Know about things...
Sevie, Hello... So sorry you are going through this. Is your mother seeking treatment for her pain? How long has she had fibro? Maybe she hasn't found effective coping methods yet. It really is a...
Peanut Happy you know for sure what your working with... Sorry you have to, but I love the fact that you know you can and will have a full and productive life despite the diagnosis. You rock!!! Take...
Very well said inspiration....
This is an awesome thread and I hope it helps bring peace of mind to some of our members. :smile: :smile: Michael...
Welcome Nicolene! !! Straight to the point here. Who cares what other people think? It don't matter! !! There will always be people who stare and judge and make cruel remarks. Why? Because there...
Hi Marie welcome. Do have a look at fibro 101. It's the first thread on the forum with lots of great info. We all understand how you're feeling. I have had this condition for 15 years. It can be...
Betsy sorry she's going through this. I can't imagine the pain. I hope something helps soon. I hate when my child is suffering, it makes you feel so helpless. Hang in there and take care of yourself...
Hi clevername and welcome. The Burning stinging skin. (Sunburnt) feeling can be quite scary. I noticed you mentioned anxiety as well. Burning skin is a major symptom of anxiety. I also had anxiety...
Amen. Sherrine is truly a blessing and an amazing friend. What she has said is 110% true. The only time I think about this illness is when I'm on here sharing with my fibro family. Have a terrific...
I did buy that when when I was first diagnosed years ago.How ever a good friend of mine and past president of the National fibromyalgia Association wrote a book called The Complete Idiot's Guide to...
Welcome applecider Has your Dr. Ruled out all other conditions that mimic fibro? You definitely want to check for other conditions such as arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis as well as lupus and...
But you look fine. ..... It's not my looks I'm worried about is always my reply. LOL. Just remember fibro is an up hill climb but by golly you look good while climbing! !!...
I get this alot. It's like little aliens trying to box their way out of my body. I notice it a lot in my legs when I'm trying to relax. They twitch in random spots like I ate a pack of jumping beans....
Mishell If you are referring to weak shaking muscles that feel flu like without the fever and vomiting. .. Then yes. It's an all over feeling of just feeling dreadful. I can feel this way and be...
This is wonderful news! !! So very happy for you. Keep us posted. Take care Michael...
Mike_jax hello and welcome. My first question is have you seen a Rheumatologist? Also, what kind of tests have they done.have you had complete blood panels to rule out things such as rheumatoid...
Thought I would share this with you folks. This is a song I listen to a lot to keep me motivated when things get tough. I hope you make it your theme song as well. I have seen Andrew McMahon in...
Chilly61 Thank u soooo much for sharing this. Very helpful, and I am not sure if I have ever had these things checked. I am sooooooooooo Glad you found an answer and are doing great. Take care Michael...
Ok.......have to throw this out there. This started happening to me as well the last 3 months and I have had fibro for 15 yrs. I will at least twice a week have night sweats where I will wake up...
Hello Raven H, There are no silly questions. I would say in my opinion, That yes it is possible for a medication to target one area on an individual better than other areas. Perhaps the Lyrica is...
Hello Mynnemouse and welcome! Yes... It really can get better. Never pain free of course but much better. Like some others here, I've been dealing with this condition for a decade and a half. Winter...
Indeed I do. In fact thousands do. This does not mean however that you have rheumatoid arthritis or any other auto immune condition. It does not mean that you will develop one in the future. It's...
Babs, If that rheumatologist can't offer him help then find another one whom will. He does not deserve or need to be in that kind of pain. Tramadol really helps me alot!! It's worth a try. I take...
Babs83, Hello and welcome. Really sorry to hear this. Bipolar is challenging enough but then adding fibro on top has to be extremely difficult for him. That being said tho once meds. get straightened...
Booklvr, It's completely normal to feel this way. Don't beat yourself up for it. You have done all the right things and for that you should be proud. Sometimes despite doing everything right you can...
Hello GrammyG, Unfortunately as Firefly and Lj have said No proof in a diet that cures. Now with that said don't go eating a huge bag of Doritos and guzzling down a 12 pack of coke. Eating healthy in...
I agree with others. If your car acts up, you take it to a mechanic. You're way more valuable than a car. There is no Shame in seeing someone to help you sort through these feelings. I agree with...
Good for you Benny!!! I do hope you took the time to write down all your symptoms and questions that way when you get there you won't forget anything. Please let us know how it goes and what your...
Hey makeupmama Sorry about the extra pain. Pat yourself on the back though. You KNEW something was different and you kept pushing till you got an answer. I'm sure everything will check out fine at...
Sigh...... Yes it's stupid and I hate it with the passion of a thousand burning sun's. Just keep your head above.. Swim. Take care Michael...
Nhgirl15 Welcome. I am truly sorry you are in so much pain right now. You need to find a good bored certified rheumatologist. they deal with fibromyalgia daily. medication will help take the edge off...
Hello Girlzilla Welcome! Sorry to hear of all your pain. I see that you saw a rheumatologist. I'm assuming you've had xrays of your back and neck to rule at other things such as arthritis and the...
Hello and welcome! Sorry you're having all these symptoms and related problems with your Dr. You need to follow the advice already given and find that board certified rheumatologist!! Fire your Dr....
You'll get back on tack, I just know it.😃 There is no shame in taking what helps you. Tea pots and pans can be replaced but Debbie's can not!!😕 Hoping you get more good sleep😴and start feeling...
Sam Hello and welcome. Anxiety disorder also causes achey muscles, fear of going crazy and fear of dying. I say this because before the fibro came on, I suffered for several years on and off with...
Hopefuldreams304 Hello and welcome. Have you read fibro 101 yet? Loaded with lots of great info! There are things you can try naturally. The biggest being KEEP MOVING NO MATTER HOW BAD YOU HURT....
Hello and welcome Yes these new symptoms can be fibro. I have the red hot ear thing as well, only both ears. They will randomly get hot or just one or both. It varies. They also do this if I touch...