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PEI, Canada

I am experiencing alot of sinus issues, facial pain along with the headaches a sensitivity to sunlight.
Is this part of Fibro?

March 17, 2021
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Members widely confirmed experiencing sinus issues alongside fibromyalgia, with many recommending Flonase nasal spray, neti pots, and saline... Read more

Members widely confirmed experiencing sinus issues alongside fibromyalgia, with many recommending Flonase nasal spray, neti pots, and saline rinses as helpful tools for managing symptoms. Several members shared overlapping conditions that can cause similar facial pain and headaches, including allergies, GERD, trigeminal neuralgia (treated with gabapentin), and TMJ disorders, with some noting that weather changes and seasonal pollen significantly worsen their symptoms. A recurring theme was the challenge of distinguishing between fibro-related pain, migraines, sinus problems, and medication side effects, along with the importance of seeing a doctor if light sensitivity persists to protect eyesight.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I get migraines twice a year and they are usually caused by sinus problems. Lately, I have been getting pain behind the same eye that comes and goes. This is new for me. Sometimes, it even switches to the other eye.

April 1, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have facial pain now and then but was diagnosed with Trigeminal neuralgia which is the nerve that starts at your temple and spiders across your face... it's very very painful (apparently one of the most painful feelings one could have next to childbirth)
I take gabapentin for it 300mg 2x a day during a flare up (when on the meds it last maybe 3 days) ... NOTE: I discovered an awesome side effect so doc said to keep taking it as needed, it also helps with restless leg syndrome :) and nerve stabbings (don't know what it's called but you feel like you are being stabbed in random places and when you put pressure, sometimes, it will go away or move to another random area)

March 21, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

Sometimes, depends on the weather ..get Flonase spray for allergies and you will soon see..weather effects fibro a lot

March 17, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

It happens to me also. Also use flonase nasal spray

March 17, 2021
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have that sometimes. Like nerve pain in the middle of my head/sinuses. I can't tell if it's part migraine or part fibro, but it's really not fun. Sorry I've not got any solutions for you.

April 21, 2021

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