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Members shared their varied experiences with sleep and fibromyalgia, with many noting that finding the right amount of sleep is highly... Read more

Members shared their varied experiences with sleep and fibromyalgia, with many noting that finding the right amount of sleep is highly individual, often falling somewhere between 5 and 9 hours to minimize both pain and fatigue. Several members described how oversleeping can lead to exhaustion or increased aches, while others shared that catching up on sleep after a restless night or sleeping longer every few days helps manage fibro fog and pain flares. A recurring theme was listening to your body's signals, pacing yourself carefully, and avoiding naps if they interfere with nighttime rest, as poor sleep can trigger a return of pain.