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  1. S

    The exercise thread

    Greetings all, I am starting this thread for all of us. I mentioned starting a thread for encouraging each other to get exercise, and some people responded that they thought it was a good idea, so here it is. We'll see if it turns out to be useful or not. :grin: The idea of this thread is to...
  2. M

    Hi . Happy I can find some support.

    I have struggled with fibromyalgia since 2008. Currently taking Cymbalta which seems like the miracle medicine for me . I'm from Vermont and have decided that I'm sure there must be 1 good Doctor here, but so far haven't had success finding one. Fortunately I have a supportive Partner who is...
    • Maria22
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    • cymbalta doctor family fibromyalgia good good doctor happy medication medicine questions support work
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Welcome new members
  3. D

    how to rebuild unused muscles

    I have been very inactive due to high pain for the past 2 years...so at home all the time. I am suddenly very worried about the amount of muscle mass i have lost and i was in quite good shape even with fibro prior to this as i walked as much as possible and kept flexible doing my house chores...
  4. B

    Feeling low and pretty lonely

    Hi guys, It's been a while since I've posted on here. Since my last flare I've been doing alright, I've had my good and bad days but on a whole have been doing a lot better than I was doing. Half term week this week, so have had a week off of work, and weirdly this is where I think I have now...
    • BooBug9422
    • Thread
    • back cramps crying diagnosis doctors family fatigue flare flu frustrated good ice job muscle night pain rant spasms symptoms work
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Moan, complain and vent
  5. S

    a depressing doctor visit

    went to pain doctor yesterday. when asked how I was, I mentioned that I am frustrated and discouraged because nothing seems to get any better. His response was to tell me that the only way that it can get better is if I engage in strong physical exercise, wherein my heart rate is constantly...
  6. P

    Random symptoms: Fibro related or not?

    Hi all, As with any new diagnosis, you start to wonder if all kind of other things are related. There are a few symptoms I've noticed that may or may not be related to Fibro (or Celiac) but wanted to ask about: 1. rapid weight loss: I've lost 10lb since March! This is a good thing, since I'd...
    • Pegleg84
    • Thread
    • activity advice conditions cymbalta diagnosis exercise falling good leg lost muscle new diagnosis pain rash rest symptoms wanted weight weight gain weight loss worried
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: General discussions about fibromyalgia
  7. Sagey

    On a happy note...

    Hi Everyone, Just got back from NC where my son got married!!!It was a beautiful day.The weather was great and I was actually able to dance with my son,and have a good time. The weather made my aches and pains sooo much better. Every time I go there, I feel better. I'm relieved everything...
  8. vickythecat

    VIDEO: 15 minute low impact exercise (1 mile walk)

    Hi, I've been doing this for the past 2 weeks, and it really makes me feel good. I already try to walk as much as I can, but the idea that I can walk a mile at home, especially on a bad day, makes me feel like I achieved something. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njeZ29umqVE
  9. L

    Not convinced I have fibromyalgia

    Hi All, 41 year old, otherwise healthy Mom of 2. I noticed in February that my energy was really low. I also noticed that walking from my car to the office (3 minute walk) was hard as my arms and legs felt like lead. I am a runner and running is such a challenge because of the muscle aches...
    • lily99
    • Thread
    • back chronic energy fatigue fibromyalgia good healthy lead muscle pain symptoms tests work
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Do I have fibromyalgia?
  10. P

    Fibro + Celiac + Time-o-the-Month = ARGH!!!

    Hi, Here to vent, obviously. I'm having a rough week. Just when I think "wow, this Cymbalta crap is actually helping", BAM here comes the pain. Was stuck at home on Friday, and again yesterday with the aches. On top of which I'm having bad period cramps this month (first since my diagnosis). On...
    • Pegleg84
    • Thread
    • advice conditions cramping cramps cymbalta diagnosis good ibuprofen muscle night pain sleep stupid symptoms vent working
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Moan, complain and vent
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