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Bronx, NY
September 5, 2018
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Members connected over experiencing unusual pinching sensations in their thighs, with many sharing a wide range of similar nerve-related... Read more

Members connected over experiencing unusual pinching sensations in their thighs, with many sharing a wide range of similar nerve-related symptoms including stabbing pains, muscle twitching, crawling sensations, and feelings of water dripping down their legs. Several members found relief through stretching, walking, heat therapy, compression stockings, and medications like Lyrica, while others emphasized the importance of ruling out other conditions such as sciatica, diabetes, or medication side effects with a doctor. A recurring theme was the unpredictable and puzzling nature of fibromyalgia symptoms, met with mutual understanding and gentle encouragement to keep searching for what brings comfort.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Can’t say I’ve had that but today my left arm felt like someone hand punched it and my left ear felt like when my mean grandmother (god rest her soul) pulled on our ears if we didn’t listen. Literally the cartiledge is painful to touch

September 5, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member @A MyFibroTeam Member i get the crawling sensation too and yes the pinching sensation is a very painful pinch ..

September 5, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I get that on my outer thighs sometimes. What I get more often is the sensation that something is crawling on me!

September 5, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Mine is severe knee and calf pain. Like someone stabbing me in those areas. My husband will rub the areas that hurt forr as long as I can take it. Warm baths help a little. I basically feel like my whole body is bruised all the time.

September 18, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I get all kinds of weird sensations in my legs (actually all over my body). Its a type of neuropathy/restless leg condition (having to do with the nerves). It is one of the many symptoms that we can have with fibro. I would confirm this with your dr because there are a number of conditions that can cause this same type of feeling. Diabetes being the most common or it could be a side effect from a medication.

Sometimes walking or stretching have helped relieve the symptoms for me. Ive also had success with compression hose helping. If you want to go the medication route lyrica helps with these symptoms.

Hope this helps.
Gentle Hugs & God Bless
LizzyT

September 11, 2018

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