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Cortland, NY
September 19, 2025
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A MyFibroTeam Member

Mine too Colleen4 , I hear you , it is relentless , be kind to yourselves and rest when needed x

September 21, 2025
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Yes, this is a common experience with fibromyalgia. The condition typically goes through periods of remission where symptoms decrease or disappear, followed by flares where symptoms can return and sometimes feel more intense than before. These fluctuations are a normal part of living with fibromyalgia. Several factors can Show Full Answer

Yes, this is a common experience with fibromyalgia. The condition typically goes through periods of remission where symptoms decrease or disappear, followed by flares where symptoms can return and sometimes feel more intense than before. These fluctuations are a normal part of living with fibromyalgia. Several factors can trigger these flares and make symptoms feel worse when they return:

• Being cold
• Physical or emotional stress
• Fatigue
• Lack of exercise
• Getting sick (like catching a cold)

The key is remembering that these intensified periods will eventually pass. Working with healthcare providers to develop management strategies for both remission and flare periods can help make these transitions more manageable.

September 19, 2025
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes! Since I was first diagnosed in my twenties, a regular exercise routine helped me work into a remission for most of my thirties. Then I got married at age 40. I had trouble keeping up my usual workouts. Some days I would fall asleep while working out and that wasn’t good because it could make me late for work. Now in my mid 50’s symptoms keep worsening and I am still trying to find a routine that works again. I am more stressed out now about crash days and losing work days. I know I will find a balance again, it’s just taking longer this time around to find it. Stay encouraged!

September 27, 2025
A MyFibroTeam Member

I’m not sure…I get a bit better for a short time then goes back to being in a flare, all of this has just gotten worse over time.

September 19, 2025
A MyFibroTeam Member

No, after about 35 years, mine has never gone away. (I wish it would.). Mine has actually gotten more constant as time goes on.

September 21, 2025 (edited)

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