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A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Birdsboro, PA

Hello! I've been finding it hard to grasp items, to do thing that require finger dexterity (like braiding my daughter's hair) and generally feel like I'm having issues with my fine motor skills. Does anyone else have these problems? And what about hand tremors? I can't draw a straight line to save my life!
Thank you!

September 15, 2016
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Members widely validated the experience of struggling with hand dexterity, tremors, and dropping things, sharing that these frustrating... Read more

Members widely validated the experience of struggling with hand dexterity, tremors, and dropping things, sharing that these frustrating symptoms make everyday tasks like writing, applying makeup, and braiding hair increasingly difficult. Several members described experiencing sharp electric-shock pains, numbness, stiffness, and jerking movements that come and go unpredictably, with some noting that stress, missed medication doses, or flare-ups seem to worsen symptoms. A recurring theme was the uncertainty and worry these symptoms create, with some members exploring neurological evaluations that ruled out conditions like Parkinson's while still searching for clear answers and effective treatments.

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@A MyFibroTeam Member
I have dropped so many things that it becomes irritating! Also trying to play piano and PCkeyboard is a pain. My hands feel swollen and I position my hands incorrectly. I take Lyrica and I know that some of it comes from that. I jerk, my hand will suddenly take off and move the mouse way off from where I was typing. My legs jerk at times and even at night. We Fibromites have so many weird things happen to us.
John 3:16

September 16, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yeah i struggle with hand tremors, and legs when standing for to long, also jerks and always losing grasp on things. Has become incredibly frustrating.

January 10, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I find it hard sometimes using my hands and my fingers ,keep dropping things and my fingers won't do what I want them to ,get sharp pains like an electric shock

September 15, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have tremors and some days cant write clearly to save my life. i have to wait til almost after lunch for my writing to be somewhat clear.

September 15, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I always thought I was just clumsy but it seems to be part of this

September 15, 2016

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