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Would Someone Please Explain This, Is Fibro Autoimmune Or Not?
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I found a question and answer on Google that just doesn't make sense to me. First I read that it may be different in different people,, meaning (?} that it could be autoimmune. Then it says Fibro is not autoimmune, which I thought it is. So, here's Google's answer.

Is fibromyalgia autoimmune or neurological?

They may be different in different people. Current research suggests involvement of the nervous system, particularly the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Fibromyalgia is… read more

A MyFibroTeam Member

From what I understand it is not autoimmune. It is neurological and muscular. But, I am no expert.

Can Fibromyalgia Be Passed Down To Kids?
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My husband and I are starting the IVF process and I want to know if I can pass fibromyalgia on to my kids? and if I do become pregnant will my fibromyalgia get worse?

A MyFibroTeam Member

I agree, find another rheumatologist! They’re the ones who know all about this disease. Are you sure he’s not an MD? ❣️

Visual Troubles
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Do you suffer from visual troubles? I experience slightly blurred vision, difficulties in accomodation and above all impression of eyes hopping from word to word when reading instead of gliding as usually. Since combined with very tired eyes and feeling exhausted. Is this common in fibromyalgia?

A MyFibroTeam Member

Did you get the double vision too? I hate this symptom with a passion, but can self correct my focus quickly.

Does Anyone Know The Different Beteen Arthritis/ Nerve Pain And Fibro Pain?
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I had arthritis pain seen I was 29 yrs old and was just told that I have fibro this year. My joints and muscles get stiff and ache. I have arthritis 97% of my body. I also have nerve pain from all my surgeries I had. I'm trying to figure out if I do have fibro or not.

A MyFibroTeam Member

It takes a while to diagnose fibromyalgia if I were you the first thing I would do is go on Google and look at the 12 fibromyalgia points and see if it applies to you I believe now there are 15 and to… read more

Can Fibromyalgia Spread
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Itching with Fibromyalgia Read Article...
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes it most certainly can , it’s spread through out my entire body . Nasty horrible symptoms I have

TMJ Problems With Fibromyalgia
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A MyFibroTeam Member

Isn't this absurd that our teeth ache when all is well with them or without them..
I was hoping to not be on gabapentin forever, now I don't know 😕..thank you Bobbie 3 for getting back to me. Hugs 🫂

Fibromyalgia Itching
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Fibromyalgia Itching. Can anyone advise on what is best to help with the fibromyalgia itching it just started for me a driving me mad. It is so hard not keep scratching until it is raw. Thank you 🙏🏻

A MyFibroTeam Member

Some people may also experience pruritus, or severe itching, as a symptom of fibromyalgia. 
Itching may occur in fibromyalgia due to certain nerve fibers being activated and causing an itching… read more

Can Menopause Contribute To Fibromyalgia?
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What Causes Fibromyalgia? Read Article...
A MyFibroTeam Member

I'm not sure if the Fibromyalgia started first or menopause. That time period was so hectic with raising teenage daughters alone, and caring for my 84yr old mom
I had to quit working due to the pain… read more

What Does Everyone Do For The Pain Of Fibromyalgia?
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A MyFibroTeam Member

I seem to collect prescriptions for crap that doesn't work!!! 🤬

Does Fibromyalgia Affect Your Temper?
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Brain Fog and Fibro Read Article...
A MyFibroTeam Member

Lyrica, had to come off it ,because it was swelling my legs. Cymbalta was making my blood pressure rise over what it should ,came off of that also.