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bedtime discomfort

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Lebanon, OR

When I go to bed at night as I lay down I feel as though my sheets have sand or grit all over them and I experience great discomfort and am unable to go to sleep for about 2 hours or more. Not sure what is happening and some nights are worse than others. Any ideas on how or what to do? Feel as if I am the princess and the pea living the story for real. If you have this issue have you found anything that helps?? Cannibus cream becomes legal to buy here in Oregon on June 2nd and I think I will be… read more

May 19, 2016
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Members shared practical solutions for managing the uncomfortable sensation of sheets feeling gritty or irritating at bedtime, a common... Read more

Members shared practical solutions for managing the uncomfortable sensation of sheets feeling gritty or irritating at bedtime, a common fibromyalgia symptom often described as the princess and the pea syndrome. Several members recommended switching to softer bedding materials like flannel, fleece, jersey sheets, or high thread count Egyptian cotton, while others found relief through weighted blankets, electric blankets for warmth, or ensuring sheets are wrinkle-free and shaken out daily. A recurring theme was that many members also struggle with clothing sensitivities and have found ways to cope through fabric choices, temperature control, and medications like gabapentin, though some noted that cannabis cream and antihistamines like Benadryl have also provided comfort.

A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member I have this problem even with certain material on my clothing. Most days I walk around in my underwear and a cotton tight tank top. I can't stand anything rubbing on my skin. I also have Egyptian sheets or silk and I put a heavy blanket on top so that it doesn't move around on my skin. I take my sheets off the bed everyday and shake them out and put them on so there's no wrinkles. I have a routine every night.

May 19, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes make sure u aren't cold. I noticed that being cold doesn't help any. I was taking amitriptyline to help me sleep but theh i couldnt go to the bathroom and got fat. But for some reason the moment i stopped taking all the medicine i was on i slept much better. Now i take the bedtime tea and girl i sleep like a baby.

May 19, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I use warm soft light blankets.(.light fleece ) .for my sheets.. I use a electric blanket..but just to warm it up when I get in..then turn it off...I have a electric blanket that is not on top of me but looks like a sheet with corners..so it underneath.blankets..because the heat can reduce pain..and other symptoms..but I did find out for me..that blankets need to be light weight..good luck..gentle hugs your way..♥

May 20, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Or try sheets over 300 thread count and or jersey sheet sets they are soft. I also use the flannel. The brushed flannel

May 19, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I know that my marijuana salve helps tremendously!

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