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Harrisburg, PA
November 19, 2015
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Members shared their experiences with breathing difficulties tied to fibromyalgia pain and fatigue, describing sensations ranging from a heavy... Read more

Members shared their experiences with breathing difficulties tied to fibromyalgia pain and fatigue, describing sensations ranging from a heavy weight on the chest to shallow breathing that feels different from asthma attacks, often worsening when lying down or after physical exertion. Several members offered practical insights, including the possibility of rib muscle spasms, vocal chord dysfunction, mold exposure, nasal issues, fluid retention, anxiety, or costochondritis as potential contributors, with some finding relief through chiropractic adjustments, nasal sprays, herbal treatments, or simply resting and focusing on steady breathing. A recurring theme was the frustration of normal test results despite real symptoms, the challenge of distinguishing fibromyalgia-related breathlessness from other conditions, and the comfort of knowing others in the community experience the same mysterious struggle.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I think and this is just me that are body's get so tired . That we are to tired to breath.

February 9, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I had it. Went to a pulmonary specialist and said I didn't have asthma or a breathing problem. I told them it feels like a 3 pound elephant is sitting on my chest. I told them there is something on my lungs. Made them give me a MRI. mold and fungi. Ive started a blog about surviving mold which are all same symptoms as fibromyalgia ans lupus. Both of which Im told I have. The only thing that cleared that up for me was a friend who had gone through same thing and sent me to her Naturopath who have me an herb mix that I took 3x a day for 6 months. Chest pain stopped after first 2 months.

November 21, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have it almost daily. It's at it's worst when I first lay down and then I have to concentrate on my breathing. After a little while it eases up and I'm able to breathe a little better. I avoid the stairs right before bed because it makes it 50% worse. I have allergy triggered asthma and severe anxiety but it doesn't feel like either of those things. It just feels like there is something on my chest and I can't take deep breaths. So I lay there on my side and concentrate on my breathing until it eases. So know that you're not alone in this! I'm glad you asked the question. I thought it was just me.

November 20, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Good morning. Yes, when in severe pain it affects my breathing and I get heart palpatations. I have had to use my puffer daily now. Soft hugs.๐Ÿ™Œ

November 20, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, I do. I think it's anxiety for me and just being tired of pain. I have low potassium, which I think is weird. I also find sometimes I have trouble swallowing and do cough during anxiety. I'm sorry we all have to be dealing with this. Tomorrow is a new day and hoping for less pain for everyone. Gentle hugs to all.

November 24, 2015

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