Does anyone else get swollen lymph nodes in their groin and behind the knees? I've been in more pain than usual in the last two days and today I noticed that my lymph nodes were sore and swollen.
Yes below at the back of knees are swollen and painful.. And in my thighs and groin it's burning as I am typing this. Very painful and leg starts to swell
I want more information on fibromyalgia and just went on mayo clinic and they told me nothing I didn't already know
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?
I agree, find another rheumatologist! They’re the ones who know all about this disease. Are you sure he’s not an MD? ❣️
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.
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
I believe that our purpose in life is to glorify God. I also believe He has a specific plan for each life. For some people, this may be a ministry, a talent, a skill, or an interest. How has your special plan changed since fibromyalgia or other chronic pain, and all the associated diseases or conditions, became your realty?
I did the same I am 70 and still taking care of my family and have learned that this is wheye God wants me to be I am as active in my church as I can be with this fibro and have Bible Study once a… read more
Does anyone else get sores in their mouths when you are having a flare? I have noticed that I get them in the same place and I believe they are related to my fibromyalgia. What will help with the soreness in my mouth?
I also have the mouth ulcers worse during a flare. I was told years ago when my son was young and had a flare of mouth ulcers. Try brewing strong tea. This should be held in mouth as long as possible… read more
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
From what I understand it is not autoimmune. It is neurological and muscular. But, I am no expert.
Not that I'm aware of but I've been on most of same meds since 2005
I want to know the blood test that proves that you are prone to illnesses
Don't think the question was about a blood test for fibro but for low immune system. Don't know if we are able to have it done on the NHS?
I have pain in my feet and the doctors dont know why. Do any of you have unexplained foot pain and if so what helps?
I just want to reach out to every one of you and give you all a big hug. Three years ago I had foot pain so severe I too couldn't walk. I had a cane a walker and a wheel chair. I don't take pain meds… read more