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Pollock, LA

I was recently diagnosed with fibro. Have been having muscle cramps/spasms all day... even on my neck! Is this something else I have to look forward to?

October 1, 2015
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Members confirmed that muscle cramps and spasms, including in the neck, are a common part of fibromyalgia, with many sharing that they... Read more

Members confirmed that muscle cramps and spasms, including in the neck, are a common part of fibromyalgia, with many sharing that they experience them in their legs, feet, calves, and hands as well. Several members offered practical strategies that have helped them, including stretching regularly, increasing foods rich in magnesium and potassium like bananas and leafy greens, taking muscle relaxers, and asking their doctor to check vitamin D levels since deficiencies can worsen cramping, especially for those who work nights or get limited sun exposure. A recurring theme was the importance of not automatically attributing every symptom to fibromyalgia alone, but instead advocating for blood work and ruling out treatable underlying causes like dehydration, low potassium, or vitamin deficiencies.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I have muscle spasms, but I have arthritis. I have a bone spur on my nerve in my neck. Of course, the fibro attacks it, so every treatment known to mankind doesn't work., i.e., heat (hot flashes), massage (ouch don't touch me). Taking a muscle relaxer does work.

October 2, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Speak to yr PM team or Dr, there are things that can help Hun xx Mine got so bad I am on a drug that is given to M.S sufferers x

October 3, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

There can be a variety of causes of muscle cramps. I was suffering from the same problems until I started some stretching and eating more foods with Magnesium and Potassium...like bananas and leafy greens. You might have your doctor check your vitamin D levels. I do not go out in the sun a lot. I have a Vitamin D deficiency so I have to take it daily. Other deficiencies is iron and vitamin B that can cause problems like this.

October 3, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes. I recently went into my MD. Became so dizzy, like a drunken sailor. Also a wonderful Fibro gift. I have cramps. My MD tried me on Gabatentin. It changed my Fibro Fog into a Fibro White Out. Everyone is different so it may work on you. Good luck.

October 1, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

It could be many things. Low potassium level or not drinking enough water, which is a big issue for people who live at high altitudes like me. It is also a Fibro thing, but don't blow it off to Fibro. I do that a lot. At your next physical, make sure your doctor runs a blood panel to see if you are low in Vitamin D, Potassium or dehydration. Don't get in the habit of blowing everything off on Fibro. Gentle hugs. I am currently having foot, calves and hand cramps. I bought bananas and drinking lots of water. I still have them. My physical is in June. I checked on this site before I called my doctor and yes indeed, many of us have cramping muscles. Gentle hugs.

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