Is Fibromyalgia considered to be a common illness or is it quite rare.How many people actually suffer from this illness?
Lots of us.. At one time they called it a woman's condition. Now they have found out different. Men and children are now being diagnosed as well as women. I was diagnosed in 1994 after not recovering from an injury. The only way I have any life is with meds. Gabapentin, Cymbalta, Arthrotec, and Tylenol on a daily basis. Hot tubs are helpful and exercise. The secret is keep moving. Hope this helps.
I had an accident, not a car accident but I broke 8 ribs and from that it also caused a back and neck injury. I was diagnosed with fibro in or around 2008. I have good days and then a lot of bad days. From migraines, fatigue,IBS and chronic pain. My life is one day at a time. It's really depressing and debilitating. It's hard to keep a job down, I miss alottof work and people do not understand. They think it's a hoax. I would love to be able to help others with this condition so we can get it more recognized. I hoped this helped you. Tell me your story and what meds you take.
@A MyFibroTeam Member It doesn't seem that uncommon. Any time I tell someone I have Fibro, they seem to know someone or be related to someone that has it.
@A MyFibroTeam Member are you still able to work?
I Know It Is Common With Fibromyalgia But Does Anyone Get Those Random Body Shakes? Itll Feel Like You Just Threw Up Or Cold Day But None.
How Many Of You Have Had Fibromyalgia Since You Were A Young Child? I’m Just Wondering How Common That Is.