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  1. G

    Confused about "probable" diagnosis

    I went to see a rheumatologist back in July; during this visit, I explained the fact that I had pain in all my joints, would get "flares" in both my hands at the same time to the point where I lost most of the strength in them in addition to the pain, etc. But, I was there primarily for...
    • greymoon
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    • assistance back chronic chronic pain confused diagnosis disability fibromyalgia flares lost medication medications pain pcp rheumatologist
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Do I have fibromyalgia?
  2. K

    Suicide

    I cannot take the pain, exhaustion, depression and mostly not being able to work. I tried committing suicide 4 months ago. Unfortunately it did not pan out. I have tried all the related medication for FM as well as alternative therapies and homeopathic medication. Nothing helps. I still have...
  3. C

    I don't trust my diagnosis

    Rheumatologist says I have Fibro. i don't trust the diagnosis until I can have an MRI on my back (which no dr will give me a referral for!) I have severe arthritis in my TMJ's and displaced discs on both sides. My jaw and muscles feel 'crunchy' gritty and are very noisy. My spine is the same...
    • cherrygirl
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    • back diagnosis medication men money mri neck pain referral rheumatologist specialist treatment treatments
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Recently diagnosed
  4. D

    Medication Question

    Hello everyone. I'm 46 and I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia a year and a half ago. I also have osteoarthritis. I was doing well on Cymbalta, but had to change to Effexor due to insurance no longer covering Cymbalta. Over the past month I've had 3 exhausting flares. The worst part for me is...
  5. M

    Fibro or not fibro

    After 4 years of a diagnosis and countless medication attempts to feel better I feel hopeless instead. Seriously.... I have 3 kids also and im 29. I want answers and I dont feel like I dont have fibro. I get fevers, joint pain, I have recurrent uveitis which in its self is very painful. I am...
  6. T

    Swollen tongue

    Does anyone else have this problem? I'm not sure if its medication, part of the fibro or if I'm just plain crazy but my tongue always feels like its swollen. I always have a funny taste in my mouth no matter how often I brush my teeth and the only way I cab describe the problem is a swollen...
  7. Lana

    Back pain is brutel

    I get such debilateing back pain that just stops me in my tracks. I can't take the pain sometimes it just gets to much. I am on Lyrica, Tramadol and muscle relaxers. I had a back xray years ago that showed artritis, but I don't want another ct scan I have already had two CT Scans on my stomach...
  8. T

    Hello!

    Hi, I am new here. I was recently diagnosed with fibro. I suspected it for years. I am able to manage it with stretching, light exercise, massage and acupuncture. I also take turmeric in an effort to limit my intake of ibuprofen. I have been hesitant to join a fibro support group since I do...
  9. C

    From bad to worse. OVER IT

    So I have officially broken up with my partner. But still living here and trying to decide what to do next...I don't have a job anymore or money. Applying, but very difficult in current state. The pain is absolutely relentless. It has totally changed me as a person. I can understand why he...
  10. Trellum

    Does fibro make you feel depressed?

    Hi guys! I know this question might sound so silly for most of you, but I know some of you can handle this better than others. I also know some of you suffer from depression thanks to fibro and its complications. I'd like to know how well you handle it. I'd like to say I handle my feelings...
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