I've had back pain for years (15+) but over the past 5 or so is when I have developed the widespread pain. THe fatigue has been for 3+ years....but it all came to a head this past Feb. I had extreme fatigue and pain - thought I had the flu. Also had panic attacks. Doctor (NP actually) said it...
So I just found out from my daughter that today is Thursday. I have been in an extreme flare since Tuesday. The hardest thing is that it's my second one in two weeks. After three months of being in remission I have told several people that there is only one way to explain how this feels. It's...
i have fibro/chronic pain/chronic fatigue that began in my neck, but recently its been hitting my hands and arms. b/c of my disabilities (the pain and fatigue + double depression and anxiety), i leave the house for little, and also stay home to care for my mother, who has RSD (another type of...
New here, I got diagnosed today or at least told of rheumatologist that I have fibromyalgia, over the last few months been having pains and stiffness in my hands and trigger finger in left little finger, doctor did blood tests which showed a positive rheumatoid factor, got transferred to...
How many people feel anxious about their health with fibro?
My fibro has been really bad for the last 2 years and I have barely been able to leave the house.
After 7 years where i managed my condition and all the numerous add on symptoms i simply cant accept this is it month in month out and...
New to the forum. Need help with coping. Marriage in dire straights...
I'm having a hard time after 10+ years of my wife being ill. She can't and does nothing but put all her energy into her daily work schedule to get through a day. Which leaves her no energy to put into our marriage. 10 + yrs...
Hello all. I am a 35 y/o male that has been struggling to find a diagnosis or treatment plan for what I believe to be myofacscial pain syndrome. It started 4 years ago with a dull ache in the back of my neck and a tight band around my head. This made me start to feel dizzy a lot and came with...
Hello!! I was diagnosed with Fibro, CFS and CPS as well as carpal tunnel syndrome. I'm new and have so many questions and ideas... And well it's just good to vent when no one understands. On top of my physical illnesses, I'm also diagnosed as bipolar, anxiety disorder, SAD, panic attacks and...
I've had migraines, back, and arthritis pain for years. A couple months ago, I started getting light headed spells and my doctor sent me to a neurologist, who after many tests diagnosed me with degenerative disc disease, carpal tunnel, and fibromyalgia all at once. I was dealing with the pain...
There have been a number of previous posts on acupuncture and whether or not these treatments have helped, but unfortunately those threads have been closed. So I guess I’ll just start a new one explaining my own experience. If anyone would like to share their recent experience with...