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Is Your Immune System Weakened From Fibromyalgia

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Lexington, KY

Is it easy to get an infection if you have fibromyalgia?

June 24, 2024
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Members shared mixed experiences about whether fibromyalgia weakens the immune system, with some reporting frequent infections while others... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences about whether fibromyalgia weakens the immune system, with some reporting frequent infections while others rarely get sick, and research showing the relationship remains inconclusive. Several members emphasized that poor sleep quality common in fibromyalgia likely impacts immunity more than the condition itself, and many found that improving their diet with more vegetables, taking immune-supporting supplements, wearing masks to avoid triggers, and staying current on vaccines helped them stay healthier. A recurring theme was the importance of strengthening overall health through better nutrition and rest rather than viewing fibromyalgia as directly causing immune problems, though some members do manage additional immune conditions like SIBO, celiac disease, or immune deficiencies alongside their fibromyalgia.

A MyFibroTeam Member

No, I have never heard that. Have you visited any of the websites that explain fibromyalgia. It's good to read up on the syndrome to learn as much as possible. There's still some debate about what causes it, but the research they've done is fascinating. Go to my story and read the name of a publication that is listed on
Pubs.edu. It's almost like a history of FMS.

If you get sick easily then I would question your diet and digestive system. I'm a firm believer in vaccines and get a flu, pneumonia and covid shot every year. I haven't had a cold or infection since 2020. However, I still wear a mask. Not because of illnesses, but because I learned during covid that one particular N95 mask filters out most perfumes and fragrances. The side effect of wearing it in public is that colds are also being avoided. I used to catch every cold out there! And mine always turn into bronchitis, so this is a good habit for me! I don't care that people stare, but I dislike the rude comments from young men with zero manners.

June 25, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Although numerous studies have shown that fibromyalgia is not an autoimmune disease (conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, whereby the body attacks healthy tissues), reliable research concurs that this condition does weaken your immune system by causing various abnormalities and irregularities.22 Jul 2021

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June 25, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

No. All the research I have seen says fibro has nothing to do with your immune system. Add more fruit and veggies into your diet to feed your body.

June 27, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've read up on many Fibromyalgia books and pamphlets etc. and they've all said that a weakend immune system is one of the symptoms.

June 25, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

No. I have an overactive immune system. I've only had the flu twice , both times in the 60s. I also have a healed TB scar, discovered when I was 8. The downside is that my system thinks everything is an enemy causing many allergies and food sensitivities.

June 25, 2024

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