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Galva, IL

I want to know if some of my symptoms are fibro symptoms. BP high then low, sweats, numbness in arms and hands, neuropathy in feet and lower legs, dizziness, headaches, chronic pain and fatigue, overall just don't feel "right ". Please help.

January 17, 2016
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Members rallied around someone struggling to get answers for symptoms including fluctuating blood pressure, sweating, numbness, neuropathy,... Read more

Members rallied around someone struggling to get answers for symptoms including fluctuating blood pressure, sweating, numbness, neuropathy, dizziness, headaches, and chronic pain and fatigue, with many encouraging them to seek medical evaluation since these symptoms can overlap with fibromyalgia but may also indicate other conditions. Several members shared their own experiences of being dismissed by doctors, told their pain was psychological, or accused of drug-seeking, offering empathy and practical advice such as searching online for fibromyalgia specialists, connecting with local members who might recommend doctors, and persisting in self-advocacy despite medical gaslighting. A recurring theme was the painful reality of living with invisible chronic pain in a healthcare system that often fails to listen, with members emphasizing the importance of finding a doctor who will look at the whole picture and validate what patients know to be real about their own bodies.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Awwwe Lorie I am so sorry to hear you are going through all of that! Theres nothing worse than havin a doc that tells you its all in your head or you are addicted to pills. . Drop the doubting Doctor and find someone that deals with Fibro...there are more and more doctors on board with this disease! I went on line and found local doctors..even here on this site someone may be able to nudge you in the right direction! Don't give up hope..there is a doc out there waiting to listen to and help you! xoxoxoxox

January 19, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Your symptoms sound like you may have a problem with your blood sugar. Make an appointment with your Dr. and have r blood work.

January 19, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yep I went on a map and looked.then I searched in the" meet others" area and typed in Galva there are members in there who may be able to help..it might be a good idea to go in there and introduce yourself to some of them...I was going to but, thought maybe it would be easier if you did and that way if you and someone clic..you are there to ask or answer questions...Good luck too you ...I will be keeping fingers crossed that you get help one way or another...xoxoxoxoxo

January 19, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Well hon...hate to say this but you are not crazy...maybe if you were theyd take notice? Lorie, as I said..maybe there are fellow sufferers on here that are from your area..youd be surprised..I will have to go back in and see if I can find someone for you this is crazy! lets see what we can do... Ill be back!

January 19, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Oh mannnn..I am so sorry..thats terrible! All of those you listed are part of Fibro! they are the ones that need their heads shaken. I'm in Canada and at first I thought Id have to go to the states to be diagnosed...but it seems doctors here are up on fibro! Aw Lorie I feel for you ...I wish I knew where to direct you...maybe some of the ladies and gents on here can help? If you were here Id drive over and pick you up ..You:d be in to see my doc tomorrow! Don't give up..someone there must be able to help...saying a silent prayer for you my friend Take care hon..I will be watching for your posts and checking in with you..this makes me soo mad. arrrgh

January 19, 2016

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