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Crown City, OH
January 15, 2016
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Members responded to concerns about swelling with fibromyalgia by sharing that swelling in the hands, fingers, feet, and legs is a common... Read more

Members responded to concerns about swelling with fibromyalgia by sharing that swelling in the hands, fingers, feet, and legs is a common experience among them, with many describing how their rings no longer fit, their limbs feel heavy and painful, and some also experience muscle spasms and cramping throughout the body. Several members noted that swelling can have multiple causes, including peripheral edema, arthritis, water retention from hormonal changes, or potentially more serious issues like high blood pressure or heart problems, emphasizing the importance of getting it checked by a doctor to rule out anything dangerous. A recurring theme was the need for medical evaluation to identify the underlying cause while also offering reassurance that many in the community face similar challenges and understand how frightening and painful it can be.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I have the same issue. I swell so much i had to up my ring sizes. My legs, feet, and toes swell alot as well

January 15, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

If the swelling is in your lower extremities and you don't have any pain it could be edema. If you put some pressure on your ankles with your thumb and lift your thumb off and it leaves a slight indention for awhile them it is likely edema which can be caused by any number of things. Water retension can be a sign of high blood pressure or heart problems. If the swelling is in the joints and is red and hot to touch it could be arthritis. Swelling though should not be ignored and you are right to be concerned, I would encourage you see your doctor for treatment of what ever the cause. (not all swelling is dangerous as we as women sometimes have fluid retension during menstrual cycle or hormone fluctuations.

January 15, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

My fingers have been swollen for a couple of weeks now as well. They start innthr mid morning tll bedtime , they get so swollen i cant bend my fingers ' my hands and wrist also. As well as my knees and everything below them

January 15, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

My lower extremities swell all the time. Got dx with peripheral edema, but I would get checked to be safe:)

January 15, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I think it is normal, my fingers have been swollen for weeks now I have had to remove my ring and even wearing a braclet hurts.

January 15, 2016

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