Jennifer V
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- Mar 31, 2022
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Hello all! I've been suffering from increasing joint pain over the past six months and have been to a rheumatologist multiple times for exams, for blood work and X-rays.
Today he said he thinks I have fibromyalgia, because all blood work (extensive!) didn't show any signs of RA or lupus or other autoimmune/inflammation, and the minor osteoarthritis shown on the X-rays is not consistent with the pain I'm experiencing.
Pretty much every joint hurts now - fingers, toes, hips, wrists, elbows, shoulders, even jaw. It started out mild and just in a few joints, and has gotten worse quickly, especially in the past few weeks. It is definitely affecting what I can do.
Things I've tried: Meloxicam (rx from rheumatologist) and Tylenol daily - doesn't stop the progression or help much; ice packs, heating pads, glucosamine/chondroitin daily; vitamin B daily; fish oil daily.
My rheumatologist also started me on pool/swim therapy a month ago, before he gave me the official diagnosis. I go to a pt place with a heated pool and do gentle exercises. This feels good and relaxing but not sure it's helping yet... it's only been a few weeks of therapy.
I'm sad, depressed and anxious. Feel like I'm in a pit of despair.
Can you please offer me your suggestions on diet, supplements, medications and things that work on your joint pain?
Does anyone else present with mostly joint pain? I'm not sure this DX is even correct. I'm still wonder if it's actually some kind of arthritis.
I have a 15 year old and I'm terrified I won't be able to do things with her if this gets worse. I'm lucky that I only work part time (writer) as my husband is the major earner, but I'm scared of my potential going away. What if we needed me to work full time and I can't? Ugh.
Any positive stories about things that help you would be greatly appreciated! I hope you're all doing well and staying strong.
Jennifer
Today he said he thinks I have fibromyalgia, because all blood work (extensive!) didn't show any signs of RA or lupus or other autoimmune/inflammation, and the minor osteoarthritis shown on the X-rays is not consistent with the pain I'm experiencing.
Pretty much every joint hurts now - fingers, toes, hips, wrists, elbows, shoulders, even jaw. It started out mild and just in a few joints, and has gotten worse quickly, especially in the past few weeks. It is definitely affecting what I can do.
Things I've tried: Meloxicam (rx from rheumatologist) and Tylenol daily - doesn't stop the progression or help much; ice packs, heating pads, glucosamine/chondroitin daily; vitamin B daily; fish oil daily.
My rheumatologist also started me on pool/swim therapy a month ago, before he gave me the official diagnosis. I go to a pt place with a heated pool and do gentle exercises. This feels good and relaxing but not sure it's helping yet... it's only been a few weeks of therapy.
I'm sad, depressed and anxious. Feel like I'm in a pit of despair.
Can you please offer me your suggestions on diet, supplements, medications and things that work on your joint pain?
Does anyone else present with mostly joint pain? I'm not sure this DX is even correct. I'm still wonder if it's actually some kind of arthritis.
I have a 15 year old and I'm terrified I won't be able to do things with her if this gets worse. I'm lucky that I only work part time (writer) as my husband is the major earner, but I'm scared of my potential going away. What if we needed me to work full time and I can't? Ugh.
Any positive stories about things that help you would be greatly appreciated! I hope you're all doing well and staying strong.
Jennifer