How exactly has Fibromyalgia ruined your entire life?
Fibromyalgia did NOT ruin my life, but when I tell you what it has cost me thus far, you will think I’m mistaken. I can no longer exercise in the…
I find myself taking numerous sick days due to pain from my chronic conditions (fibromyalgia, lupus, thyroid disorders, bipolar)
It’s hard to address them all at once. I’ll just mention that your issue with panic attacks is probably both psychological as well as physiological. From your wording, it sounds…
How do you get through the horrible aches and pains from Fibromyalgia without prescription pain meds?
I realize that Fibromyalgia doesn't affect everyone the same way. I don't think I suffer as much as some people do. Having said that, there are things that I have…
What did you discover and how did you heal yourself of Fibromyalgia?
What I found in 35,000 hours of work going back to 1978 was that lots of things can start FMS, CFS, and other things; injuries, viruses, bacterial infection, and other…
Have you ever suffered from rapid weight gain from fibromyalgia medication?
Oh boy, what a question and you got the right person to ask, if you research and I don’t mean just google. I mean research the medications you take. You…
What made you think you needed to see a doctor and be diagnosed with Fibromyalgia?
Yes, I was diagnosed in 2001. In 1999, I suffered a back injury at work. Even though I followed my treating physician’s advice, including physical therapy and home exercises, the…
What would you advise to someone who is young and has Fibromyalgia?
Bless your heart! I would say to you to get a notebook dedicated to writing down everything you eat and how you are feeling every day. Write down your pain…
What are some ways to soothe bad fibromyalgia flare-ups before bed?
I always find it helpful to soak in a hot Epsom salt bath (the calm scent one or relax one), it helps the aching body as the water cools stay…
What makes your fibromyalgia the worst?
My case is not particularly bad compared to many, so I try hard to be grateful it isn't worse. Fibromyalgia evolves with life, usually constantly piling on and adding to…
Who tests for fibromyalgia?
Traditionally, rheumatologists do the testing to find fibromyalgia. That is because originally, nobody knew what fibromyalgia was and they assumed, as it was linked to pain in joints and muscles,…