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Abercarn, UK

I shouldn't and don't drink really. But special occasions I do llike a glass of red wine. Perhaps an ale.
However I know before it touches my lips that it means the next day I will have a very achy Crampy body. So I really do avoid a drink.
Does anyone else react like this?

March 15, 2015
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Members overwhelmingly confirmed that alcohol worsens fibromyalgia symptoms, with many describing severe body aches, cramping, burning... Read more

Members overwhelmingly confirmed that alcohol worsens fibromyalgia symptoms, with many describing severe body aches, cramping, burning sensations, exhaustion, and debilitating pain that can last from the next day to an entire week after even small amounts. Several members shared that they have stopped drinking entirely after experiencing flares triggered by wine, beer, rum, or mixed drinks, with one noting that even artificial sweeteners cause similar reactions. A recurring theme was the difficult balance between wanting to enjoy social occasions and the harsh physical consequences, with one member seeking advice on how to help a spouse who drinks despite worsening symptoms.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Absolutely! I used to drink wine daily, but now I hardly touch the stuff. It just exasperates the pain even more. Headaches, and regret the next day.

March 16, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

I can't drink at all, the next week I can't move. The same thing goes for diet sodas or anything with artificial sweeteners.

March 23, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

I used to drink beer but if I have one I get the worst flare in just a few hours. I have found I can have one mixed drink with no problems maybe once a month.

March 18, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

I don't know if this is what you are referring to but even just 1 sip of alcohol burnsky body. I can feel myself swallow the alcohol all the way down into my stomach. About 1 min later, my whole body has a burning pain and my arm muscles and leg muscles ache badly. I also start to get really tired and weak feeling.... Only after 1 sip. So I don't drink at all. Lol

March 18, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

i haven't had a drink since 2007. and you know what happened after I quit drinking? They started coming out with all these caramel, whipped cream, watermelon etc flavors. I'm crying in my blankies cuz I am a sucker for sweets!

March 17, 2015

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