Mine was decidedly uncomfortable. I'm not sure why it was as bad as it was but I do not ever want to do it again....
Just an idea, I use an Amazon Kindle instead of an Ipad. It does all of the same things but is less expensive. The one I have right now, I bought for about $40 during Amazon's yearly sale around...
I've been taking it for several months now. It has helped tremendously with my pain but does not help me sleep at all. I have yet to discover anything that helps me sleep, though. My rheumy was...
I'm sorry you are having such a rough time. Fibro can make life pretty miserable at times. I believe most of the people on this forum have probably been where you are at some point in their journey....
I got mine a few weeks ago. It actually didn't bother me as much this year as it has in the past. I agree that the person giving the shot makes the difference in the pain level....
Welcome. This journey can definitely be confusing at times. Finding a good rheumatologist will go a long way towards helping. I have experience with one that wanted to hand over a prescription and...
I had recently started taking Cymbalta but after a few weeks, came to the conclusion that I am allergic to it. It helped a great deal with my pain but then I broke out in hives from head to toe. I...
I use regular heating pads, also....
Welcome! I'm sorry to hear you are having such a hard time. I hope things get better for you soon. I was diagnosed a few years ago and thankfully have a great rheumatologist. I get relief from...
I have been taking vicoprofen (hydrocodone & ibuprofen) for several years. I take 1-2 per day. That is enough to take the edge off of the pain. I mainly take it for my back but it helps with the...
I take gabapentin & vicoprofen. Hot baths/showers, heating pads, good old fashioned sunlight, & gentle exercise are a lifesaver for me....
I've been taking this for about a year. I have not had any side effects with it. It does not make me tired/sleepy. I did slowly work up from 100 mg three times a day to my current dosage. Taking 600...
I'm sorry you are going through this. I have had some of the same issues. Mine began at the age of 16. I had UTI's constantly. Hospitalized several times. Took antibiotics every day for about 3...
Good Morning to all, I broke my ankle three months ago. No surgery (yay!). I am finally off crutches and out of the boot as of 4 weeks ago. Still have pain, swelling, and difficulties walking/weight...
I've been taking this medicine for several months with no side effects. I was reluctant to take it in the beginning also because of the things I had read. It has cut my pain in half probably. Just be...
Great news. No surgery! Feeling better for the most part. Thanks for your good wishes and thoughts!...
Three weeks ago, I fell and broke my ankle. I've done alright with it, still working, going to ballgames, etc. I go back to the orthopedic doctor Monday to see if surgery is going to be necessary....
Steroids have been off the table for me for a while. I hurt for days after having a steroid shot or the entire time and several days after taking them orally. I was told by my previous rheumy that it...
My dr likes to mix an antibiotic shot with a steroid shot for things like upper respiratory infections instead of giving oral steroids or two shots. Sorry, I should have been clear on that. I've...
I'm sorry to hear you are having these issues. I cannot take steroids of any kind due to severe hip, knee, and leg pain. My rheumatologist told me that 1% of people have this reaction to steroids. He...
I'm sorry you are having a hard time. I started having symptoms similar to yours not long after I had my first baby. I didn't go to a doctor about it until about 4 years later when I started losing...
Hi! I was recently diagnosed with fibro after several years of fatigue, joint pain, muscle pain & weakness, and on and on :) My rheumatologist also feels that I have RA. But it's not showing in the...
I have just recently began taking gabapentin. So far, no side effects. I have also seen a reduction of my pain! At this point, I am very happy with the results. Hopefully, things will continue this...
Thanks for the advice Joy & Debbie. I'm pleased to say that I have a wonderful rheumatologist that is willing to listen. I will discuss this with him next month when I go back. I chose to start out...
My doctor just recommended compression socks yesterday due to swelling in my feet and ankles. I found some at Walmart (only thing open by the time I got around to it) and they had some open toe ones....
I have been recently diagnosed with fibro and adding insult to injury, my rheumatologist said he sees signs of RA, too. My mother was diagnosed with RA several years ago, so I am somewhat familiar...
Thank you! I had no idea it could be used to treat Lupus, also. The rheumatologist had given me information on plaquinel when I was in his office but then mailed the info on methotrexate. I am going...
Thank you for the words of wisdom! I definitely tend towards just dealing with the problem instead of "bothering" anyone else. I am trying to do better. It's hard because I feel like I shouldn't...
This is my first time to join a forum, so be patient with me please. I began experiencing pain in my back and hands several years ago. Two years ago, the pain and stiffness increased greatly and...