Fibromyalgia
Questions + Answers
Osteoarthritis as well as fybro
Hi does anyonenm else have osteoarthritis as well as Fybromalgia , if so do you get swelling anywhere. I seem to be getting it just under knee caps to the inside leg and my ankles Thanx If so how do you coped with it . I'm really struggling getting up and down stairs which is not good as my sitting room is upstairs so am on stairs all day long xxx
I am always having problems with my knees but not my ankles.. I usually have to prop my knees up in the afternoon. my bathroom is upstairs so I… read more
Looking for a good pain management Dr
Looking for pain Dr in Des Moines, IA.
We just moved from Omaha, NE
Flexeril
I've been on flexeril about a month now,and noticed my breast r very sore and swollen,can this medication cause breast enlargement
Living Funeral Memorial Day
I just received an email from a friend that they are holding a living funeral for Noah a member in our community fibro group and my close friend. He has reached the point where denial of how severe his pain and stiffness is no longer working.
While he is a college professor he has worked with his hands all his life - built his home from scratch...been into serious out door recreation and fitness and a health nut.
So Monday they are having a huge sale to help him let go of his skis,… read more
@Noah's friend. You will be the best thing that can happen to him. Encourage him as you have encouraged yourself. Friends like you are NOT a dime a… read more
Could my medications be the cause
Hi,I was wondering this.I have bipolar anxiety disorder, I've been on several different kinds of medication to treat my illness. And due to them I've suffered a lot of pain,chronic pains.I've been on several kinds of anti psychotic drugs and antidepressants over the years of being diagnosed as bipolar. But my pains r worse now,I've been in constant pain for months now,and its daily
Please I'm looking for answers.if u could help ide really appreciate it.thx Nancy
@mereamouse:Right on about that. I am a retired nurse and talking to your pharmacist is smart They are on the ball about meds Also ask about other drugs… read more
Hand Pain & Stiffness
I have a friend in our fibro group that her religion wont allow technology (internet) in the past few months her hands have become almost unusable with stiffness and pain. Her xrays showed only mild arthritic changes and her doctor said all her blood work was OK
Has anyone had pain/stiffness this bad in their hands and the tests for arthritis are negative.
I use a cheap soft rubber ball the size of a tennis ball. Squeeze on it a lot. Soak my hands on warm water with Epsom Salts. Her doc could order some… read more
Sandals
My family and I are going our annual trip to Disney. Yes it kills me to go and I pay for it the week agter we come back but this is about making memories with my girls. In any case, I am wondering what sandals you all find the most comfortable. I am looking for a closed toe sandal as I don't like open toe. I know some people like crocs, Birkenstock, etc. I used to love my Tera sandals but the hurt too bad to wear them this year. Just looking for opinions
Melanie, I have some decent sketchers, but they don't hold a candle to keen:) keens are based in athletic performance.
A request for support and a prayer
Hi, I'm pretty nervous, I'll be attending the medical for my disability benefit tomorrow afternoon, Friday (E.S.A.Uk) I hope I can deal with the questioning okay. I know many of you have been through this, so any tips, words of wisdom or a prayer would be very welcomed and much appreciated. The centre has arranged transport to collect me at 11.30am and the centre is ground floor so that is a help. Thank you, I am praying for good days for you all too, low pain and healing… read more
Just tell the truth & be honest, I'm sure u will be fine. Best wishes...God bless with hugs & prayers !!
Has anyone had black mold in their homes?
I have never seen anyone address the issue of black mold contamination here. I have just discovered that I and my husband have been living in a black mold contaminated environment for the past 8 years. After researching it, it all makes sense, finally. I now know why we are so sick. It was not visible, it was behind the walls. Most doctors are not trained to diagnose black mold poisoning. The first diagnose they give it is fibro. Has anyone else been exposed to black… read more
I had a friend in Florida that her and her family of 6 had many neurological symptoms - they finally discovered black mold in the walls. Nothing you… read more