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Perth, AU

Hello everyone, along with my fibro related costocondritis I have recently developed the most excruciating pain to the muscle at the back of my left armpit/shoulder. It 'burns' and hurts so badly that it actually make me vomit. I would like to know if anyone else has this and whether they have any clue how to stop it. Thanks and I hope you are all having a much better day today 💐

July 28, 2022
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Members validated the severe pain described in the armpit and shoulder area as a real and debilitating symptom, with several experiencing... Read more

Members validated the severe pain described in the armpit and shoulder area as a real and debilitating symptom, with several experiencing similar burning, spasm-related pain intense enough to cause nausea or near-fainting. Many members traced the root cause to chronic neck issues triggering muscle spasms in the scapula and surrounding areas, with one member mentioning Thoracic Outlet Syndrome as a possible diagnosis worth exploring with a doctor. A recurring theme was the importance of seeking medical evaluation, using strong pain relief when flares occur, and finding solidarity in knowing others truly understand how this pain can feel shocking and overwhelming on top of existing fibromyalgia challenges.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I have just had a consultation pain management says it is a common thing for people to have if they suffer from chronic pain conditions . Because the muscle stops in a spasm in response and anticipation of pain from neck issues. Mine tightens and tightens if i try to do things that i consider normal . I haven’t vomitted as yet , but i do feel like i am going to faint or my legs are going to pass out from shooting pain from neck to head. It it feels like i am goong into shock but he says this is how my body reacts to tge pain. So i wander if this is how your pain symptom effects you . I have every empathy because it feels like you are sleeping on a tyre i totally get it . X

July 30, 2022
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes i agree , x get it checked out x

July 29, 2022
A MyFibroTeam Member

That sounds like Possibly Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. I got this 30 years ago from a shallow desk, making me sit on an angle with typing and turning my head, awkwardly, all day, most days. Pain appears with activities affecting my TOS. Sleeping in awkward position can cause this to flare. You may want to have doctor check this out and see what he finds.

July 28, 2022
A MyFibroTeam Member

You poor thing! I have had this but haven’t thrown up yet. I have to take strong medicine when this happens. 🙏 you get some relief.

July 28, 2022
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yeh i do i am sorry you suffer too because it is dam uncomfortamble and painful . I was told it is my muscle going into spasm from chronic neck issues , it affects scapula too x

July 28, 2022

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