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Deviated septum causing sleep issues, therefore increasing pain?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Los Angeles, CA

My new rheumatologist thinks because my sleep is bad (I wake up every hour for no reason) that's the cause of my fibro. It's got me thinking that maybe I'm waking up every hour because I had trauma to my nose that has left it painful and swollen for years and can't breathe. As in I wake up every hr because I can't breathe well. I'm thinking if I fix my nose, then I can fix my sleep, then my fibro symptoms will decrease. What do you guys think? Anyone else experience something similar?

April 29, 2019 (edited)
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Members strongly encouraged someone exploring whether fixing a deviated septum could improve their sleep and, in turn, reduce fibromyalgia... Read more

Members strongly encouraged someone exploring whether fixing a deviated septum could improve their sleep and, in turn, reduce fibromyalgia symptoms, with many urging them to pursue both an ENT consultation and a sleep study to rule out sleep apnea. Several members shared their own experiences with breathing issues, nasal surgeries, and sleep disorders, noting that addressing airway problems through procedures like septoplasty or using tools like Breathe Right nasal strips and CPAP machines had brought meaningful relief. A recurring theme was the complex relationship between poor sleep and fibromyalgia, with members emphasizing that while restorative sleep may not cure all symptoms, it can significantly improve energy, brain fog, and overall quality of life.

A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member ... can you try other prescription sleep aids? I use lunesta.

@A MyFibroTeam Member ... as your ENT pointed out, the cartilage can definitely move back. I think you're very smart to be cautious.

Also the research shows that many of us have a trigger for fibro including surgery so I advise everyone who can avoid surgery, do so.

I also use breathe right nasal strips. I rate them A++++

@A MyFibroTeam Member ... You said your rheumatologist request for a sleep study for you got declined but the ENT's request could carry a lot of weight so don't give up. Plus, you may want to ask the rheumys office the basis for the decline/contact the insurance group directly. Good luck. In the meantime, the breathe right nasal strips are essential for me and may offer you immeasurable and immediate relief.

April 30, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Get the sleep study. Sleep apnea and fibro go hand in hand. ENT consult is a great idea too

April 30, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Get the surgery. You will feel so much better ❣️😍😇 I had that. And feel better now plus my nose is cuter and smaller and I can breath.

April 30, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

***EVERYONE Needs To Breathe! Case Closed. Get Surgery.

May 3, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

yes it called sleep apena i use a machine for it my i suggest you got to your dr

April 30, 2019

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