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Lancaster, UK

Has anyone had problems with eye sight . Blurred vision unable to forcus on words . Itching and gritty .

October 1, 2018
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Members strongly connected over the question about blurred vision and gritty eyes, with many sharing that fibromyalgia has caused significant... Read more

Members strongly connected over the question about blurred vision and gritty eyes, with many sharing that fibromyalgia has caused significant changes to their eyesight, including needing glasses for the first time, developing severe dry eyes, and experiencing frightening episodes of blurred or double vision. Several members described practical solutions they've found helpful, such as using eye drops multiple times daily, getting diagnosed with related conditions like Sjögren's syndrome, and using prescription treatments like Restasis, while others noted that new medications or chronic migraines can also worsen vision problems. A recurring theme was the importance of getting regular eye exams to rule out other causes and the frustration of yet another challenge fibromyalgia brings to daily life.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I have a headache everyday and get a lot of migraines. My vision use to be perfect, but now I have to wear glasses or contacts to even try to to understand what I'm looking at. My optometrist knew right away that I have severe migraines the first yime I saw her. She said the nerves strain from the headache/migraine pain and worsens your eyesight. It can also make your eyes dry and itchy. If you haven't had your eyes checked I recommend that you do. You May need glasses to help you or a stronger prescription if you already have glasses.

October 3, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes. My eyes are very dry. Have to use eye drops several times a day

October 2, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

My eyes have gotten increasingly dry, and I also use eye drops as needed. I sometimes have auras where I see silvery circles that get increasingly larger until it's difficult to see. These are usually associated with migraine headaches but not so in my case. At any rate eye problems are definitely a possible component of fibromyalgia. I'd still get your eyes checked to rule out any other possible cause.

October 2, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

My eyes have gotten extremely dry recently and have gotten really bad. Eye dr told me fibro affects the front part of the eyes.

October 1, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, I was diagnosed with Sjogren's Syndrome. I have to use Restasis.

October 3, 2018

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