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Queens, NY
March 14, 2015
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Members connected over the shared and often frustrating experience of muscle twitching with fibromyalgia, with many describing twitches in... Read more

Members connected over the shared and often frustrating experience of muscle twitching with fibromyalgia, with many describing twitches in their arms, legs, eyelids, and throughout their entire bodies that worsen with fatigue or overexertion. Several members shared practical strategies that have helped them manage symptoms, including taking magnesium supplements, pacing activities carefully, adjusting medication dosages with their doctors, and watching their diets. A recurring theme was the importance of discussing twitching with a healthcare provider to rule out medication side effects or nerve impingement, while recognizing that overactive nerve fibers common in fibromyalgia are often the underlying cause.

A MyFibroTeam Member

My hands and fingers often twitch when I an trying to do things like type or bead. My legs do as well as night when I'm trying to rest, could be med related but more likely is muscle firing as we have over active nerve fibers which can cause this.

March 15, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Maureen actually if anything my meds are too low of a dosage. I was originally on Zoloft for my panic attacks and on Lyrica for the Fibro and I was doing good, but I got it into my head that I didn't like taking all that medication and had my Dr. switch me to Cymbalta. With the Cymbalta I don't have to take the Zolloft. Now that the Zoloft is out of my system my anxiety is very high again and I have developed a sensitivity to noise. My Dr. may have me on a low dose as she likes to ease you into things. I have to go and see her real soon. But you are right you have to look at all the angles for sure. Thank you

March 15, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes! I have dealt with twitching the last 3 months. My Doc doesn't think it is med related because my last med change was over 45 days before it started. It does occur more often when I'm relaxed laying in bed or sitting watching TV. Although, it has happened at church (kicked person sitting next to me, so embarrassing); as well as, recently whilr driving. That was the scariest! My left arm twitched enough to cause it to pull the wheel toward the left lane. Luckily no one was near me. I did learn though my reflexe are still pretty good.

January 23, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

My neck and arms twitch .but I don't think people can see it .

March 15, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi. Some medications can cause twitching. Mention to your doctor. I had to change the dosage on one of my meds as it was causing twitching in my eyelid and my leg. Hope this helps. I'm new on the site.

March 14, 2015

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