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Members connected deeply over the question of cold intolerance and fibromyalgia, confirming that temperature regulation issues are a common... Read more

Members connected deeply over the question of cold intolerance and fibromyalgia, confirming that temperature regulation issues are a common and frustrating part of the condition, with many experiencing cold extremities, shivers, hot flushes, and the feeling of never being able to warm up. Several members shared practical strategies including wearing protective clothing like pants and closed shoes indoors to shield joints from air conditioning, checking with a doctor about Raynaud's Syndrome (which can co-occur with fibromyalgia and cause fingers and toes to turn blue or white in the cold), and seeking out dry, hot climates while being mindful of barometric pressure changes that can trigger flares. A recurring theme was the irony and exhaustion of struggling in both cold and hot weather, with swelling, fatigue, and pain affecting members year-round regardless of the season.