Omg! Can I identify. I go through thinking it's something else wrong, the meds don't work etc.,etc.!!! I have pain all over. I have had one hip replacement, and now Dr said I need other hip replaced, along with my knee! I am scheduled to have a shot in my hip next week. Evidently ins requires this before they will ok replacement. Some days I just feel so angry that I feel this way. I use to be such a strong woman! I am retired and on disability, thank God for that blessing, I know I could not think of working. I do push myself to keep busy, whether I am painting or shopping! Which 2 hrs is about the extent of keeping busy. At least I know on this site there are people who understand! !

Marci - Unfortunately, chronic pain that is constant to one degree or another is just part of the fibro condition and if you have other painful conditions such as arthritis, degenerative disc disease, etc..it can be worse; if one condition seems to ease up another one flares. It is not fun and is not easy, that's why we are Fibro Warriors - fighting to keep the fibro from winning. I have found that "The Spoon Theory" has helped me to keep things in perspective and makes the fight a bit easier. It can be found at www.butyoudontlooksick.com/the_spoon_theory. It is worth reading. Hope it helps. Fibro is difficult and frustrating and draining and painful and tiring and, and, and...; but we can't let it win. You can do this, my fellow Warrior. Gentle hugs to you. Blessed Be.

How long have you been diagnosed with fibromyalgia? Did your dr talk to you about it? Chronic widespread pain is a HUGE part of fibro, if I wake up without pain I actually start to freak out.

Every day, all day...

Yes, I say it's not if I hurt, it's how much. :(