What do you do to cope with your symptoms while you're at work?
I plan my day and try to do different tasks throughout it so going out visiting people and computer work. Regular breaks help which could be just walking to the photocopier.
I work part time and don't work my days together so find this helps. Tbh being at work is a rest from being at home.
I keep an ice pack and a heating pad at work so depending on what is bothering me I use one of them.
I have rheumatoid arthritis and fibro so I never know what will bother me more.
There are times I have to take some pain medicine but I try not to take it at work.
I sometimes take frequent breaks away from my desk and go sit some place quite for about 5 minutes and just close my eyes and breathe some slow deep breaths.
I really wish I could help with this question.
I am a school bus driver so my shift is split so if I am tired I go home do a little housework then go nap.
Where I am from sweet tea is a household staple in the fridge. My husband makes caffeine tea for the day and decaf for the evening.
well done xx
These are wonderful ideas for coping, @A MyFibroTeam Member. Thank you. I, too, wonder about how to manage those other symptoms. Maybe someone will respond with ideas about those . . . . Fatigue is a tough one for me. Also crying.