Fibromyalgia
Questions + Answers
Just curios does anyone else feel like they are in a constant state of fight or flight?
Just curios does anyone else feel like they are in a constant state of fight or flight?
Your whole body tense , Jaw clenching even holding your breath against pain. I’m always pulling my ears out of my shoulders. Anyone else?
If fibro is a neurological disorder, why does it feel like an inflammatory one? Serious question, I don't get it.
If fibro is a neurological disorder, why does it feel like an inflammatory one? Serious question, I don't get it.
Does anyone have insight or knowledge on this they have learned/picked up?
Great question. I feel its both as well. Literally I was told that they are trying to change the name from Fibro to central sensitization as it makes… read more
If fibro is a neurological disorder, why does it feel like an inflammatory one? Seriously, I don't get it.
If fibro is a neurological disorder, why does it feel like an inflammatory one? Seriously, I don't get it.
Does anyone have insight or knowledge on this they have learned/picked up?
Nerve tests
Nerve tests
What do nerve tests consist of And how long do the typically take? Are they scary or painful?
I've had them done several times and I hate them. They were looking for diabetic neuropathy due to my complaints but never found anything. Good luck!
Neck pain
Does anyone have experience with Rheumate?
Does anyone have experience with Rheumate?
Does anyone take Rheumate? My rheumatologist/ fibro doctor prescribed it. Insurance would not cover it. Does anyone have experience with this drug, did you suffer side effects, and why was it prescribed?
Bruising. Anywhere on the body.
Bruising. Anywhere on the body.
When no reason for them to appear. They are just there. Arms, legs, torso even had one on my chin once. They don’t leave as quickly as they used to. Doctor keeps my blood work up to date. Nothing visible in results.
I bruise very easily. When I had to go on blood thinners....the heart specialist put me on them....my MD actually asked me, if I was in an abusive… read more
Which symptoms are only attributable to Fibro and not just along for the ride?
Which symptoms are only attributable to Fibro and not just along for the ride?
I have so many symptoms that it's hard to tell what is Fibro and what is not. Can you tell one condition from another and how?
Fibermyalgia Magazine
Fibermyalgia Magazine
Does anybody have a subscription to the Fibromyalgia Magazine and if so is it worth it?
Length of a flareup
Length of a flareup
Has anyone found themselves in a flare up for months, leading into close to a year?
