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Newport, NC

Does anyone swell? There are days I swell 2 times my normal size. I have noticed the swelling is worse when Fibro is flared. My hands will swell so big I can't bend my fingers. My face swells to the point where it makes me look different and older. I am on fluid meds. Hugs💙

May 24, 2016
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A MyFibroTeam Member

Good old Epsom Salts. Put 11/2 cups in tub. And soak for about 15minutes it's a natural product used for ages for bruises muscle pain and swelling. If you aren't able to soak mix small amount in large bow and use cloths soaked in it.

June 30, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Just found out from a Chinese medicine practitioner to try Arnica oil. I found it at TJMaxx of all places. It helps with aches, pain, stiffness,swelling and bruising. I suffer from all. Well I have rubbed on my oil on this post rainy day and so far can feel some improvements.

June 25, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi! Unfortunately, yes my left foot (on my instep) has been swollen and keeps getting worse. It started years ago when I started having fibro pain but was not diagnosed yet. Now, I'm noticing it's starting on my right foot too. Right now I'm not feeling too well-starting to flare, so can't finish. sorry. Wish this would all go away for all of us. We deserve better. Sometimes it all makes me angry. I guess that's ok too. Sending gentle hugs.

May 24, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Amica oil , that's one I've never heard of . Does it help with our kind of pain ?

June 26, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

My daughter is a doctor and swears by Amica oil. She uses it herself and used it on my mom
For bruises and aches and pains
They sell it at Target
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June 26, 2016

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