Oh my yes. In beginning i was told fibro was not progressive but it is ive had it for 20 years im now on a walker and i beed assistannce with most things

I feel quitting the meds is definitely not worth it. I’ve done it so many times thinking they aren’t helping me only to find out I was crazy! Yes I also find the pain gets worse the longer we have fibro. Whether it be the intensity or the length of time or both, it definitely gets worse!

I have been diagnosed with FMS for over 30 years, but sick much longer. I actually got better after the first 20 years when I changed my diet. However, the last 8 years I have slowly declined. More pain, more flare ups. But I also have cut back on pain meds during this time, so I imagine I am just feeling more due to less pills. Last month I fainted and fractured my spine and started back on oxycodone for the pain. Needless to say, my FMS and my migraines have improved greatly!! 😂 PT started yesterday so the pain and swelling have increased again, so I will probably continue pain pills for another week or so. It will be interesting to see how I progress in the next month, and wether or not I will quit pain meds again. I truly hate them!