During flare ups I swell between my knuckles on hands and feet. My shoulders are tight and they have prescribed muscle relaxers which is like the worst sht ever making me even more stiff. And I feel my condition of myalgia is just a forever side effect of a psych drug because they cause large amount of inflammation and my inflammation was already high from previous condition. When I was treated for mental condition they overmedicated me injection after injection strapped down to a bed. I've… read more
I am so sorry for all you have been through. I have had psych issues too. Fibromyalgia comes with at least depression. The meds they have for mental illness are very tough on your body and you are forced to pick between your physical and mental health and it is very unfair. Mental health has such a stigma and going to the ER they sre highly judgemental. I am currently waiting to see if my insurance will cover TMS. It is also covered by medicare and medicaid. It is a new treatment where they use magnets to stimulate the emotional center of your brain. It is highly effective and no side effects. I also want to say how important it is to find really good compassionate doctors who understand and do the best to treat you. I wish you the best of luck and hope you find compassionate care.
Hope you pain decrease. I agree with knowing your own body. Also, I try to trace back where I've been, what I've done and what type of stress I'm under in order to determine what has caused my flare. Also, the weather and the amount of exercise or whether I have overextended myself. Just begin to learn your own body.
I'm so very sorry for what you are experiencing. You know your body better than any medical professional. We are all here for you. Find some helpful reading material. I have read Ego less self to deal with others. Great book. It really has helped my anxiety and believing in myself not what others think or feel. Hugs 💟
Thank you ladies for being so friendly and caring. Its GREATLY APPRECIATED 😊 haven't been on here lately but I was pleasantly surprised to get to read some knowledgable support!