fibromyalgia

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melodystjames wrote in fibromyalgia Oct 12, 2013 06:54

I developed sciatic pain in both legs yesterday. I was also having a hard time getting enough air. Low blood pressure and circulatory issues (this caused a joint to die in my foot resulting in an eventual replacement in the early 90's) are part of my life. Diagnosed with FMS 2-1/2 years ago. IBS and TMJ are my close companions ( Read more... )

Update from the pain doctor

bedlam_n_bedlah wrote in fibromyalgia Sep 18, 2013 12:30

I just realized that I posted on my private journal, but I forgot to post here. Last week I went to see a doctor who specializes in treating CFS and Fibromyalgia. Based on a two hour interview with me and reviewing my lab tests, he does not believe that I have fibromyalgia ( Read more... )

update, diagnosis, doctors

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melodystjames wrote in fibromyalgia Sep 02, 2013 07:08

I just read a disturbing article. The site was posted on Natural Living.

Once ingested, fluoride compounds attack the structural integrity of our insides," says Shane Ellison, author, chemist, and founder of ThePeoplesChemist.com. "Collagen, a web-like network connecting our skeletal system to muscles, is torn apart by fluoride. We feel it as ( Read more... )

Weening off of Cymbalta and Doctors

bedlam_n_bedlah wrote in fibromyalgia Aug 26, 2013 10:35

I had my annual physical last week. My doctor is still dubious about diagnosing me with fibromyalgia, yet she gave me her blessing to see a pain specialist in the area. My doctor is convinced that I am just depressed and have a vitamin D deficiency (levels around 22 IIRC). She took blood for several tests and I should get the results by the end of ( Read more... )

antidepressants, trigger points, diagnosis, doctors, anti-depressants, depression, cymbalta

Low-dose naltrexone?

oneworldvision wrote in fibromyalgia Aug 11, 2013 01:15

Has anyone tried low-dose naltrexone? My doctor just prescribed it for me as sort of a last resort, since Cymbalta and Lyrica haven't done a thing. I'm on 3mg/day and so far haven't felt a difference, but I'm really interested in hearing about other people's experiences.

medication, alternative medicine, question

A feel good post

mcgook wrote in fibromyalgia Aug 04, 2013 12:16

I have spectacular friends. You know how we of the chronically ill post suggestions on what is and is not helpful? (and stuff like this applies for non-chronically ill too). One of the suggestions is to offer specific help with something you know is a struggle. This has a better response rate than "let me know if you need anything," and other well ( Read more... )

Aloha!

xakliaaeryn wrote in fibromyalgia Aug 02, 2013 22:33

Well hai there!
My name's Karoline and I was diagnosed with Fibro last week. Just joined the community to find others and keep up with info really, hope that's ok! :-)
Kx

any suggestions?

fallconsmate wrote in fibromyalgia Jul 06, 2013 19:44

on tuesday, TheEngineer and i are flying from texas to edinbough, scotland. we'll get there wednesday, stay through thursday, i'll be flying back early friday morning. (he has a board meeting, and then a celebration dinner with the company he works for, which is paying for spouses/signifigant others to come along ( Read more... )

Something to share for those who are interested...

helliongoddess wrote in fibromyalgia Jul 03, 2013 23:22

I hope this is considered an appropriate post for this journal. I was asked to post something today by my dear, dear daughter-in-law, and to share it in any community where I thought people might find it relevant. She and my daughter are grieving the loss of one of their friends this week, who after a long battle with depression and mental illness ( Read more... )

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lt_black_fire wrote in fibromyalgia Jun 30, 2013 20:02

Hi!

I got my diagnosis last month and am finding it difficult to cope. I'm being treated for depression and am hoping to be switched to an antidepressant which helps with the pain. I'm seeing my psychiatrist in three weeks or so - my rheumatologist dropped me as soon as he delivered the diagnosis (on the phone) and my gp is lovely and trying to help ( Read more... )