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November 25, 2018
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Members rallied around someone experiencing extreme fatigue beyond typical fibromyalgia symptoms, offering a range of potential causes to... Read more

Members rallied around someone experiencing extreme fatigue beyond typical fibromyalgia symptoms, offering a range of potential causes to explore with their doctor, including chronic fatigue syndrome, thyroid issues, anemia, lupus, untreated sleep disorders, depression, and medication side effects. Several members shared practical steps that have helped them personally, such as requesting a sleep study, getting comprehensive blood work that includes iron and vitamin D, faithfully using a CPAP machine for sleep apnea, and trying dietary changes like reducing sugar, carbs, and dairy. A recurring theme was the exhausting reality of living with chronic pain and the importance of advocating for thorough testing, as fatigue can stem from multiple overlapping conditions that require patience and persistence to uncover.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Sounds like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome as well as having Fibromyalgia.

Has your Doctor tested you for that?

Also check your iron levels to make sure that your not anaemic.

Get your Doctor to check for all Chronic Fatigue Conditions.

Hope you feel better Soon.
You are in my Thoughts and Prayers.
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November 25, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Remember, your body is constantly fighting the pain so you are going to be exhausted!!!

November 26, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I take Cymbalta which I just started in August because I had to go off of Savella in May due to side effects. I started taking 30 mg once a day and it seemed to help my symptoms overall some. My doctor increased it to 60 about 2 months or so ago.
I’m also on Atenolol for blood pressure, Synthroid for hypothyroid, Ranitidine for acid reflux, Zyrtec for allergies (doesn’t really help) and CBD oil.

November 27, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I can't believe I forgot to ask about all the medications you are taking. While many of the common meds we are prescribe offer some symptom relief, most are notorious for causing issues with not only our sleep architecture but daytime energy levels as well. It's a double edge sword trying to get better.

November 27, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I was tested for Lupus many years ago but not recently. I’ll mention that to my doctor.
I’ll also try changing my diet and see if that helps.
Thanks!

November 27, 2018

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