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Cardiff, UK

Clothing marks, pressure marks from a watch, sleeping etc seem to remain a lot longer than ever before. This whole illness worries me at the moment 🤔

March 18, 2019
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Members shared experiences about increased skin sensitivity with fibromyalgia, noting that even light pressure from clothing, jewelry,... Read more

Members shared experiences about increased skin sensitivity with fibromyalgia, noting that even light pressure from clothing, jewelry, watches, and bras leaves lasting red marks, bruises, and discomfort that can take much longer to fade than before diagnosis. Several members described practical adaptations they've made, including choosing clothing carefully, going without bras when pain is too intense, and being mindful of fabrics and accessories that aggravate their skin. A recurring theme was the advice to manage stress when possible, as many noted that pain and stress create a difficult cycle, and reminding oneself that symptoms will pass can help ease worry about these changes.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, my skin is very sensitive too. It's crazy and very difficult to live with, try not to worry and just think to yourself "it's my fibro, it will pass", remember stress only makes it worse

March 18, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

My skin is so sensitive to jewlery and clothing. Especially underwear! One of the first things I noticed with my fibro. Have to be careful buying clothing.

March 20, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi I am fairly large busted and look awful without the support of a bra! But pain takes precedence and if I can’t wear one because it hurts which is most of the time not wearing one is the choice I make!! Xx

March 19, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Absolutely. My skin is definitely a lot more
Sensitive. Even the smallest stretch leaves a red mark.

March 18, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Not sure if this is what you meant but I know when I bruise now it takes forever for the mark to go away. I have had to tell people, " No, my husband is not beating up on me," due to the bruises hanging around longer than they use to. I have wonder why this is how it is with me now.

March 21, 2019

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