Not dying! Just feels like it sometimes. Sounds like you are in a bad flare. Best to take it easy for a while. Been there!
January 12
Is it common to have good weeks followed by intense pain flares?
Yes, what you're experiencing is very common with fibromyalgia. The condition typically follows an unpredictable pattern of flares (when symptoms become more severe) and periods of remission (when symptoms lessen or even disappear). This means you can feel Show Full Answer
Is it common to have good weeks followed by intense pain flares?
Yes, what you're experiencing is very common with fibromyalgia. The condition typically follows an unpredictable pattern of flares (when symptoms become more severe) and periods of remission (when symptoms lessen or even disappear). This means you can feel relatively okay one week and then experience intense pain the next.
Many people with fibromyalgia describe this exact pattern - having days where they feel almost normal, followed by sudden increases in pain that can feel overwhelming. One MyFibroTeam member shared: "The more I do the less I am able to do, it seems."
Understanding that fibromyalgia doesn't follow a predictable course can help you manage expectations and plan accordingly. During better periods, it's important to pace yourself rather than overdo it, which might trigger a flare. Feeling isolated and unsupported is also incredibly common, especially when newly diagnosed. A MyFibroTeam member expressed: "I'm having a hard time accepting the fact that I have fibromyalgia. I can normally deal with whatever gets thrown my way but my ex left a month ago and I'm so isolated and scared."
The emotional toll of fibromyalgia can be just as challenging as the physical symptoms. About 20 percent of people with fibromyalgia also experience depression or anxiety. The stress of managing an unpredictable condition, especially without support, can worsen both your mental and physical symptoms.
Consider reaching out to your doctor about both the pain management and the emotional challenges you're facing. Mental health support like therapy can be just as important as treating the physical symptoms.
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