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I am starting to feel like a guinea pig. One thing doesn't work here's another pill and so on. Is there any supplements u can possibly take? I hate taking so many pills. Also does anyone know if u can get on disabity

March 25, 2018
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Members responded to someone feeling frustrated with being prescribed too many pills by sharing their own supplement regimens, with the most... Read more

Members responded to someone feeling frustrated with being prescribed too many pills by sharing their own supplement regimens, with the most commonly mentioned being magnesium and potassium for muscle spasms, turmeric and tart cherry juice for inflammation, and probiotics for gut health. Several members emphasized the importance of working closely with doctors to monitor supplement use through regular blood tests, checking for potential interactions with prescription medications, and recognizing that while supplements may offer some relief, they typically complement rather than replace medications. A recurring theme was the difficulty of applying for disability with fibromyalgia, with members describing a lengthy appeals process that often requires being unemployed for a year and working with a lawyer who only gets paid if the claim is approved.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I was also told by my lawyer for the car accident that I can get disability for fibromyalgia and for spinal cord injury each and I have both. But I don't understand how you can be out of work for year 2 for poor you do that what am I supposed to do in the meantime? First of all : I love my job! and my husband and I need the benefits! πŸ’ŸπŸ˜πŸŒΌ

March 26, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

There are plenty of supplements for us to take! And you'll be taking more pills! a lot of us are low on minerals.... so I've been taking calcium, magnesium, tumeric, potassium, probiotics, Vit D drops,Vit B6+12 Omega3, all kinds of stuff! From listening to my fibro friends!- taking them the right now with my yogurt! Also I just started with a new chiropractor that's also a kinesthesiologist and he helped adjust what I'm taking and added a probiotic -he said everyone should be taking those. I also tell my physician every supplement I'm taking and she tests my blood every 3 to 4 months and she tells me what to adjust she's the one that's told me I was low on potassium and I eat a banana every morning and drink orange juice! Maybe part of fibro is that we lack some minerals, I don't really know for sure..... I've just been Gathering up information over the years on this site and discussing it with my doctor who agrees. That's the scoop for now. Time to start another day-I hope yours is a good one! πŸ˜‰πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ’ŸπŸ’•

March 26, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I receive SSI disability for my fibro. I think it varies in different states/countries. I live in California, USA B careful when adding natural supplements when also taking prescription meds - some can have adverse reactions. I know St Johns Wort is one of them. Its best to ask the pharmacy about interactions when adding anytype of med - otc, natural, or rx.

March 28, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I take vitamins and use medical marijuana. Those together have helped me to be able to function daily, working about 55-60 hours a week.

March 27, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, I (Email address can only be seen by the question and answer creators) of these minerals and vitamins are all well and good but I don't see me reducing my meds.... but I don't see me increasing them, either! πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘πŸΌ

March 26, 2018

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