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Discover effective Fibromyalgia relief methods, including natural remedies, lifestyle changes, and medical treatments to reduce pain and improve well-being.

  • How Emotional Therapy Can Benefit Fibromyalgia

    I am so excited to share this interview with you. I hope that it helps you as much as it helped me.

    Please introduce yourself and tell us a little bit about your therapy practice.

    I graduated from Central Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2009.  I went on to graduate from the University of Michigan in 2013 with a Master of Social Work degree. I  became a School Social Worker for 3 years working mainly with students with emotional and behavioral disabilities.  Throughout this process, I became diagnosed with several autoimmune diseases. This not only changed my life, but it also changed my perspective.  I learned firsthand that there are few supports to help emotionally cope with this major life change. After 3 years of struggling I took my wellness into my own hands through research and finding ways to not only manage my disease outside of the doctor’s office, but to ultimately create a life for myself I could still be happy and fulfilled by. Having been successful in doing this and reflecting on my purpose, I made it my mission to help others experiencing the same difficulties.

    In my practice, I provide a validating space for people with chronic illness to make sense of their experiences. I help them work toward effective disease management, process the difficult emotions that come up, and learn skills and tools to help them be successful living life with chronic illness.

    How long have you been treating patients with chronic illness and/or fibromyalgia? Also, How did you get started?

    I started my practice in 2017 – The idea came from my own personal struggle finding a therapist’s support when I was trying to navigate my first job after my diagnosis. I couldn’t find a therapist who I felt really understood what I was going through or that could offer me tangible skills or tools for managing my illness and figuring out how to integrate it into my life.

    What kind of therapy do you provide for chronic illness?

    I work with a variety of modalities depending on what I feel would be most helpful for the client.  I strongly believe in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, as it is heavily supported by research to be helpful for managing chronic illness and chronic pain. I also incorporate Mindfulness, Ecotherapy, encourage creative expression, Exposure Therapy where necessary (a type of CBT), Solutions Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy techniques. 

    We essentially create a plan of action to address the concerns that the client views as most distressing and work from there. Some major areas of interest are typically stress management, grief/loss specific to chronic pain/ illness, communication, problem-solving, relationships, and symptom management, or overall disease management.

    In what way(s) can therapy help a person fighting fibromyalgia?

    Therapy can help through creating a plan unique to the person’s concerns (because these look different for everyone) as well as just having a supportive space to talk about and process everything that has happened, is happening, and will happen. They can build skills for symptom management, get resources and problem solve with a professional as things come up for them in real-time. Therapists can also help with pain management, relationship difficulties that arise inevitably from the added stress, and lifestyle changes required after diagnosis and put together a stress management plan to help reduce added distress. Seeing a therapist does NOT mean or support the belief that fibromyalgia is ‘all in your head’, in fact, it can be empowering and help you regain control over something that feels so uncontrollable at times.

    In my area finding a therapist that takes new patients and my insurance is nearly impossible. In addition, finding one that also has experience helping people with a chronic illness like fibromyalgia is even more of a challenge. Therefore, can you recommend techniques that a person can use on their own?

    This is a challenge regardless of specialty, mainly because therapy is undervalued and therapists are underpaid by insurance companies. This is a whole other issue, but it trickles down to the client. There ARE more and more therapists specializing in this area though, and I think they need is becoming more and more visible.  Most therapists I know who specializes in this area, do so because they have a chronic illness themselves.  We are very good at referring to each other around the country where we can because we understand the need for clients to feel supported by someone who understands this unique struggle.

    I recommend searching Psychology Today in your area and looking under the therapist’s specialty areas to make sure they specialize in chronic illness. In regards to insurance, there is a great resource called Open Path Collective which is a national lifetime sliding scale program where you can find a therapist for the rate of 30-60$.  You pay a one-time fee and belong to it for LIFE so if you ever move and have to switch therapists, you can jump right back on there and find someone who will honor the same fee.

    For those looking to find a therapist, what questions do you recommend asking to find the “right fit”?

    First, ask yourself, ‘What do I want the focus of therapy to be for me?’ Usually, therapists offer a free 15-minute consultation via phone or video, which is a great way to get to know if they are a good fit.  During the consultation, they may ask you what your top 3 concerns are, and these can become your goals to work on in therapy.

    You can also ask if they have previous experience supporting clients living with a chronic illness, and what their approach for this population of clients typically is (if that is what you want the focus of your therapeutic work to be on).

    Also be aware that for us, it is unethical to ask for or elicit testimonials or reviews from past clients, so if a therapist doesn’t have a lot of ‘reviews’ online, this is why.  It is not necessarily a reflection of their ability or work.

    Many people are fighting a physical chronic illness and a mental illness. First, do you find that to be true among your clients? Finally, do you think there is a connection between the two?

    Absolutely. One of the things I educate my clients about is the fact that Depression is the number 1 co-diagnosed condition with ANY chronic illness.  I also let them know that both anxiety and depression can be a part of their symptom cycle and a result of the circumstance of living with a chronic illness.  I also see a LOT of trauma related to medical experiences and stigma, which can result in PTSD or anxiety relating to medical situations or events and navigating society with a visible or invisible disability. This area doesn’t get a lot of mainstream attention, but it’s more common than you’d think in the chronic illness community.

    Please feel free to add anything else here that wasn’t asked. We would love to hear more about your practice and the services you offer.

    I speak at local support groups for all sorts of chronic illness populations and am always happy to speak or present if I’m available. I’m located in the state of Florida and offer telehealth or virtual sessions, which is a great convenient for people whose conditions fluctuate unexpectedly.  I also have an in-person office in St. Petersburg, FL, and am currently working on an online school filled with courses and tools for people with chronic illness to access anywhere, anytime. I take Medicare and private pay and offer superbills for people who have access to out-of-network reimbursement with their insurance. I also am an Open Path provider and offer a sliding scale to a limited number of clients as available.

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  • It’s not you, It’s me: Fibromyalgia and Relationships

    It’s not you, It’s me: Fibromyalgia and Relationships

    Grab a cup of coffee or tea and get ready because it is about to get REAL! I have my favorite coffee in my favorite cup and I’m ready to talk about Fibromyalgia and the effects it has on our relationships.

    My Story On Relationships:

    I don’t know how many times I have said to family members, “It’s not you, it’s me and I’m sorry for snapping.” This is especially true of my nine-year-old. I have tried explaining to him that I am sick and I’m in a lot of pain, but I’m not sure how much he really understands. Since he is the baby of the family, he has been spoiled (yes, I’m admitting it)! Needless to say, he is used to getting his way and when we try to lay down the law -he resists.  It’s on my bad days that this resisting is not something I can handle or tolerate. These are the days I snap at him.

    Maybe this is the part where you judge me, vocally or silently. Or maybe this is the part where you understand because the same thing happens in your house.  Either way, I get it- I judge me too!  I’m probably harder on myself than any other person could be (hence chronic illness brought on by stress). Before I was really “dealing” with my illness, I think I still snapped but didn’t really accept responsibility for my behavior.  Now it’s different. I can (most of the time) recognize that I just said or did something that I wouldn’t normally, had I not been in so much pain or so exhausted.  So, now I try to apologize.  I don’t use my illness as an excuse though.  This is why I say to my son, “It’s not you, It’s me”. I try to explain to him that his behavior needs to change but that was no excuse for me to (insert whatever I said or did).

    My Thoughts On Relationship Solutions:

    This post is hard to write……although I am pretending you and I are friends just sitting at a coffee shop catching up. The truth is some of the people reading this I do not know at all. It is pretty scary to put yourself out there like that for all to see.  I find it just as scary for the people I do know to read this because I haven’t told them any of this either. HOWEVER– as I said in my post Coming Out, I can’t hide from this anymore. This is just another way to remind me that what I am going through is REAL and not just going to go away.  Fibromyalgia doesn’t give a F*** about my hopes, dreams, goals, or the people I love. It doesn’t care that I need to go to work, that I need to finish school, or that I had plans with someone special.  When Fibromyalgia takes from you, it takes what it wants, when it wants.

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    Taking Care of Yourself

    This is why it is so important to manage stress and take time for yourself.  I understand this now; even though it is still easier said than done. By letting everyone know what I’m going through, I’m no longer fighting this alone.  I have learned so much from others already diagnosed. First, is that somedays you have to take it hour by hour or less if you need to.  I learned that meditation can help center myself and keep my thoughts in check.  Next, I learned that if I can stop living so much in the future I can manage my stress level better. Also, I have learned so much more than this, but most importantly – I learned that I am not the only one going through this. My invisible illness doesn’t have to be something I keep hidden.

    My Not Really Advice On Relationships

    I can’t really give any advice on the best way to deal with your personal relationships when you have Fibromyalgia. Why?  Because I am still trying to figure it out.  Really, I am pretty lucky!  I have a supportive husband and family who understands my illness. That may not seem like much, but it really is everything.  If they didn’t support me, I would be even more lost. So I acknowledge that daily and I am very appreciative for what I have, despite what the illness takes from me.

    My last thought is that no one is perfect.  You may snap at people and that isn’t ok no matter what you are going through. We have to take responsibility for our actions, even if our actions are driven by an illness that others can’t see. My goal is first to be upfront with what I am going through at the moment, especially with my husband.  If he wants to have a stressful conversation, maybe it is something that can wait. Know your limits, meaning learn what pushes you over the edge so that you can stop the situation from getting that far. In my case, maybe I know I’m hurting, so I need to alter my day to only going to one store instead of the three I need to go to. I am hoping that by understanding my limits better, I can lessen the number of times I hurt my family’s feelings.

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    If we were friends at a coffee shop catching up, it would now be your turn to share.  I would love to hear your thoughts and how you deal with relationships while in pain and exhausted.  Please leave your story in the comments.  Don’t forget to subscribe to my newsletter below so you can be the first to know when new content is published.

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  • What is the percentage of people who recover from Fibromyalgia?

    What is the percentage of people who recover from Fibromyalgia?

    I’ve had FMS symptoms for almost 43 years.

    No one recovers from FMS. There is no cure. If someone tells you that they “used to have” FMS, they are mistaken. Their diagnosis was wrong.

    You learn to cope with FMS. You learn what your limits are and how to protect your energy. You may have many comorbid conditions such as clinical depression, chronic headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, sleep disturbance, chronic fatigue syndrome, etc. You learn how to deal with each of these conditions. You learn what modalities help you feel better. You learn what drugs help you.

    You exercise to the best of your ability without exhausting yourself or your energy. Walking and water exercises are the gentlest. You have a sleep study to determine if you have apnea or if you need sleep aids. You may need narcolepsy drugs to keep you alert at work.

    You continue working if at all possible. Studies have been done that show that those who continue working do the best in the long run. Effort on through and keep being active.

    FMS does go into remission from time to time. Enjoy it while it lasts. Stress or injury can trigger flares. Retirement helped me a lot! Less stress and time to rest led to a reduction in pain and fatigue. I’m no longer plagued by chronic fatigue.

    Constantly read about FMS and about strides being made in diagnosis and treatment. Stay up to date on the current FMS news. Also, read Lyme Disease materials. The symptoms are very similar.

    Persevere! For another perspective on what we face, read about the “spoon theory”. The author of this piece has MS, not FMS, but her coping method works for us also.

    Above is one theory for which people said fibromyalgia in not recoverable, Read the 2nd theory below for more information.

    Defining Recovery in Fibromyalgia

    Before addressing statistics, it is essential to define what recovery means in this context. Unlike acute illnesses that can completely resolve, fibromyalgia often follows a long-term course. For some, recovery may mean complete remission of symptoms. For others, it may refer to significant symptom reduction to the point where daily life is no longer disrupted.

    Recovery can be classified into several categories: complete recovery, partial remission, and functional improvement. Complete recovery implies a return to pre-symptom health with no ongoing medication or therapies. Partial remission involves reduced symptom severity and improved quality of life, though some level of discomfort may remain. Functional improvement means individuals are able to resume work, maintain relationships, and engage in daily activities, even if some symptoms persist.

    What the Statistics Show

    Research suggests that complete recovery from fibromyalgia is relatively uncommon. Most studies estimate that between 5 to 10 percent of individuals may experience complete remission over time. This number varies based on the population studied, the definition of recovery used, and the type of treatment applied.

    A larger portion of individuals—approximately 30 to 50 percent—experience substantial improvement in symptoms with consistent treatment and lifestyle adjustments. These individuals may not be fully cured but reach a point where fibromyalgia no longer dominates their lives.

    Children and adolescents diagnosed with fibromyalgia tend to have higher recovery rates compared to adults. In some pediatric cases, up to 40 to 60 percent of individuals may experience complete or near-complete recovery. The reasons are believed to involve differences in neuroplasticity, stress resilience, and early intervention.

    Factors That Influence Recovery Outcomes

    Several variables affect the likelihood of recovery from fibromyalgia. Early diagnosis and prompt intervention play a significant role. Patients who receive a diagnosis early in their symptom progression and begin treatment quickly tend to have better long-term outcomes.

    Psychological resilience and mental health also heavily influence recovery. Those who address co-existing issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma through therapy often report more improvement in physical symptoms. Mental and emotional wellness creates a foundation for sustainable progress.

    A multidisciplinary treatment approach, combining medication, physical therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes, has been found to increase the chances of functional improvement. Physical activity, particularly low-impact aerobic exercise and stretching routines, has shown consistent benefits in symptom management.

    Another critical factor is patient engagement. Individuals who actively participate in their treatment plan, maintain consistency, and make informed lifestyle changes are more likely to report improved health and reduced reliance on medication.

    Socioeconomic status, access to healthcare, and support systems also influence recovery. Those with consistent access to medical care, strong family or community support, and stable life conditions often have better outcomes.

    Why Complete Recovery Remains Rare

    Fibromyalgia is still not fully understood. The condition involves central nervous system sensitization, abnormal pain processing, and sometimes co-existing conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, and autoimmune disorders. These interconnected issues make it difficult to achieve total resolution of symptoms.

    Furthermore, because fibromyalgia does not present with visible physical changes or markers in diagnostic tests, it can be misunderstood or dismissed, leading to delayed treatment. This delay significantly reduces the chance of full recovery.

    Another reason recovery percentages remain low is due to the chronic nature of pain processing disorders. Even when external stressors are removed and symptoms improve, the nervous system may retain a memory of pain that continues to produce discomfort without a physical cause.

    Living Well Without Full Recovery

    While the percentage of people who recover completely from fibromyalgia is limited, many individuals can live fulfilling lives through effective management. Acceptance of the condition, realistic expectations, and long-term coping strategies can empower individuals to reclaim control and improve their quality of life.

    Modern treatment focuses less on a cure and more on self-efficacy, lifestyle modifications, and symptom management. Programs that teach pacing, stress reduction, nutrition, sleep hygiene, and physical activity have transformed how fibromyalgia is treated.

    Many patients report that while their symptoms remain, they become manageable. They learn to identify triggers, adapt their routines, and develop a sense of agency over their health. This transformation is not measured solely by medical standards but by the ability to live a purposeful, joyful life despite the condition.

    Conclusion

    The percentage of people who recover from fibromyalgia completely remains low, with estimates ranging from 5 to 10 percent. However, a much larger group achieves significant improvement and functional wellness through dedicated treatment and lifestyle changes. Fibromyalgia may not always be curable, but it is often livable.

    Understanding recovery in fibromyalgia requires a shift in perspective—from expecting a complete resolution to aiming for meaningful progress. With the right tools, mindset, and support, many people do more than just cope; they thrive.

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  • How do I make my husband see, that his lack of belief and support in my Fibromyalgia Condition is damaging to our relationship?

    How do I make my husband see, that his lack of belief and support in my Fibromyalgia Condition is damaging to our relationship?

    There’s only one thing you can do: educate, educate, and educate. Show him websites about it, tell him about it, explain to him how it influences your life.

    There’s only one thing you can do if he refuses to listen: just leave him.

    I’ve got an invisible and untraceable illness too. Mine is called Ehlers Danlos and due to firstly the limited amount they know about it, secondly the fact that they decided to diagnose it on basis of 7 symptoms, and thirdly the absence of most of those symptoms in me, I don’t have the official diagnosis.

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    My wife had a lot of trouble accepting it too. And I’ve got to admit: it is hard to accept. I am a very vivacious and lively woman, I move with purpose, I talk with purpose, come across as very lively, loud talker, loud laugher, when the music is playing I sit here swinging on my chair. So suddenly when household stuff comes up I’m sick? Hm-hm.

    So yes, explaining explaining explaining

    • Explaining that one test said I only have 15 % of the normal amount of energy. And anything under 70 is problematic.
    • Explaining that I worked very hard to get out of borderline so I could live my life. And I did not do all that to waste the rest of my life laying on the couch as I am doing now.
    • Explaining that it’s no choice but a necessity.
    • Explaining that not having the diagnosis does not mean that I don’t have it, because of the two things I mentioned above.
    • Explaining that I am sick, regardless of whether the scientists are able to pinpoint WHY I am sick.

    And then she’d ostensibly be satisfied and the subject would be settled for a while and then it would come back up. The last time I told her that she’d have to accept it or I’d have to go. Because I can’t live with someone who can’t accept this. And we talked and talked until every little detail was clear to her. And now she accepts it. But it took over a year.

    Some relationships are worth that effort, some are not. You are the only one who can say if that’s worth it. Because you can’t get a guarantee that you can get him to understand it, or accept it even if he DOES understand it.

    Don’t hesitate to contact me if you want to rant or want to talk some more in detail, or if you think your husband would benefit from talking with someone else with a chronic invisible illness about this.

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  • How do you get through the horrible aches and pains from Fibromyalgia without prescription pain meds?

    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 done that make it better. When I was first diagnosed in 1987, I started exercising, at the gym and walking. It took care of almost all my pain. 12 or so years later, the chronic fatigue kicked in and everything got worse. I took naproxen, mostly. It was all I could do to do my job and get home.

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    Now since I’ve retired, I thought things would get better without job stress, but not! It’s kind of worse. More and more naproxen. When tramadol became available, I used it sparingly. If I took 50 mg before bed, I slept well and the next morning I felt that it reset my brain, somehow, and I felt pretty good for a while until it got worse again.

    When I first heard of CBD oil about 4 years ago, I started taking it and it really helped a lot. It helps with sleep problems, but not enough. A couple of years ago I got some street cannabis edibles, and it worked so well that I knew I had to do some research.

    Last year when medical marijuana became legal in my state, I researched different strains and found ones that worked better. When you buy edibles, you don’t always know which strain is in the product. Therefore, I always buy a 1/8 package of “flowers” and make my own special chocolate.

    I only take it an hour or so before bed. I get a really good night’s sleep, wake up refreshed, have no side effects, and have more energy. I keep tramadol around for really bad days, mostly caused by changes in weather. I found that less cannabis is more, and have no interest in getting high. One flower lasts me a couple of months.

    Bottom line — if you can exercise, do it, but don’t overdo it. Work with CBD oil, tramadol, naproxen, and medical cannabis if it’s available to you. Try not to get stressed, if you can.

    Good luck!

    Just a little update here to clear something up ….. I don’t take naproxen regularly, now. It’s already given me heartburn and GERD issues. The only things I currently take every day are CBD oil and cannabis, with tramadol and naproxen as needed.

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  • In my Experience, Fibromyalgia Pain Can Happen in any Part of your Body.

    In my Experience, Fibromyalgia Pain Can Happen in any Part of your Body.

    I’ve had it for about 29 years now. In a word—-Pain. Never-ending, constant pain. Your shoulder will suddenly start to hurt, which can last for a few seconds to days. That can happen in any part of your body. When it quits, it will start in some other place, again for only a few seconds to days.

    One day I woke up, got up to go to the bathroom, and fell on my knees with horrible pain in both groins. I had to crawl to the bathroom. It felt as though I had sprained or tore both groin muscles, was that way for a week. I couldn’t go to work. All of a sudden it stopped.

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    It causes brain fog—forgetting things that used to be just automatic, sleep disturbances, your brain just will not shut up. You do stuff like put milk in the cabinet and cereal in the fridge, your wallet in the freezer, Go into the bathroom to pee, and all of a sudden you are standing in the tub, fully clothed with your watch and glasses on, frequently wonder if you have Alzheimer’s or dementia—-you test normal on all tests. The one that needs to be done is called the Stroop test. It actually takes us twice as long as “normals” to process stuff in our brains.

    You can frequently get an incredibly intense itch—-anywhere, on me, usually my thumb or any finger or palm of my hand. And I do mean intense, To the point, you are screaming and wanting to run out into the street pulling your hair off and ripping your clothes off.

    You need to put immense pressure, to the point of pain on the spot to get a little relief. It can last several very long, excruciating minutes to about 30. It seems days. I’ve put all sorts of stuff on it and taken Benadryl or anything else I can get my hands on. ( still do not know what has worked, if anything.

    Your whole body can ache, like the horrible flu. You feel tired—-beyond belief. You feel so tired you are scared to fall asleep because you are too tired to breathe. You feel like you just won’t wake up because you won’t be able to continue breathing in your sleep. There develop tender points on your body. certain areas that when touched are very painful.

    My husband would bend over, place his hands on my knees and give me a kiss. Did it for years, all of a sudden, it started hurting, to the point I just wanted to haul off and slap him! He had to stop doing it, even though he was not applying that much pressure. There are more—-flare-ups, you are worthless when they happen. I think this is enough—-in short—-you do not want this!!

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  • I was Diagnosed with Fibromyalgia Approximately 1 month After Got Well

    I was Diagnosed with Fibromyalgia Approximately 1 month After Got Well

    Fibromyalgia is a nightmare. I have had it for approximately 25 years. My GP, at a time when it was at its worst, gave me Tramadol. It was a miracle drug for me, but it is very difficult to come off of, so I stopped taking it.

    I finally went to a doctor for emotional issues and he recommended Cymbalta. It worked immediately to lessen my pain. I also take Wellbutrin. Between the two I am very functional.

    Everything that has been said here is 100% true. I walked around for years unable to enjoy anything in life. Everything hurt constantly. Clothes were horrible to put on and then wear all day.

    At home, I put on the loosest pair of pants and shirt I could find and just tried to sleep. I think the foggy brain was the worst of it. I just wanted to be laying on my bed all the time. Sometimes I even would sleep on the living room floor. For some reason it made me feel better.

    Anyone who has never had this condition can never know how dreadful it can be. I worry constantly that my daughter is developing it. She has many of the same physical symptoms I had in the beginning.

    I firmly believe that it began after I had a serious bout of the flu. The flu attacks your muscles. I couldn’t move for one week. I developed fibro approximately 1 month after I got well.

    Anyway, I am now 69 years old and more functional than I was at 50, but I totally empathize with everyone here. It’s a horror that I wouldn’t want anyone to develop. My recommendation to everyone is to see if their doctor will give them Cymbalta if they can take it. It’s worth a try.

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  • It may look like this if your fibromyalgia can text you.

    It may look like this if your fibromyalgia can text you.

    By: Dr Alexa James

    Fibromyalgia cannot, of course, text the people who live with it, but it could look like that if it did. It was thus a hypothetical question that we asked to share what a text conversation with fibromyalgia might look like in our Facebook community. Many people talk and we have compiled a list of few messages for you.

    Here is what community share with us:

    1st Warrior Share Their Fibro Conversation.

    Fibromyalgia: “When bad emotions turn sideways, I’m what happens. I began when you were very young and grew up with you. I found the right time to attack, and I have been staying firmly in your brain and body. And I’ll change you completely regardless of what you do.

    Me: “Yes, this is true of everything. There’s no way you’ve been prevented and not my fault. I can remember a time when you didn’t come across me, and I don’t expect to change that at any time. I’m sorry about it some days ago, and I don’t want to accept it. And then there are days when I just want to kick your ass. But mainly for everything I don’t like about me, I just blame you. I know, however, that I will have to work with you to do anything in this lifetime. Okay, I’m going to do what I have to do, because you are going to paralyze me least. But I do not like it. But I do not like it. And I do not like you.

    2nd Warrior Share Their Fibro Conversation.

    Fibromyalgia: “Hello, I’m here to wrack your life!”

    Me: You can make my hell days but I’m going to survive, “she says.

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    3rd Warrior Share Their Fibro Conversation.

    Fibromyalgia: Is going to say, I am forever changing your life. Your strength, energy and autonomy are gone. You can’t do the things that you like to do. You’re never going to feel pain… and it’s going to get worse if it’s worse. I’m going to make people discuss you, doubt you and leave you. Any money you make will be spent on doctors, medicines, any kind of supplement in your search, if you can manage to keep a job. But you will not. But you will not. And you feel more defeated every day, discouraged and despairing.

    Me: have compassion on me, please.

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    Fibromyalgia: “I am sorry to hurt you,”

    Me: “Give me my life back … please”

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    Fibromyalgia: Hello …

    Me: Why don’t you leave me alone?

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    Me: I’m cold, I think I’m going to curl my blanket up.

    Fibromyalgia: This thing, you mean, that feels like a concrete sheet? Here’s a HOT FLASH, however, to warm and also warm your body.

    Me: Please don’t. Not a hot flash again!

    Fibromyalgia: it’s too late baby, Enjoy. I just showered.

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  • “Fibromyalgia is NOT …” What I Mean!

    “Fibromyalgia is NOT …” What I Mean!

    By: Dr Alexa James

    The main cause, which often circles misunderstanding and myth around the chronic condition causing pain and exhaustion, is experienced by everyone with fibromyalgia syndrome. Education is a key to managing symptoms effectively. Fibromyalgia is a chronic, untreatable condition that can affect between three and six percent of the world’s population, characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, chronic exhaustion, brain fog, and sleep disorder.

    Since fibromyalgia was only recognized officially some decades ago, however, many people (even doctors) still do not know how the disease and how it affects the lives of someone. Unfortunately, these doubts can make way for assumptions which are not only mistaken but disturbing. Many still believe that fibro is not a “real” disease and that if it is not possible, those who do need to be just fake and “attention-seeking.” Fibromyalgia can already be a difficult disease among the physical symptoms and emotional impacts of a lifetime condition.

    There may always be misconceptions; it is important to separate truth from fiction. Understanding fibromyalgia information may help the patient understand better his / her condition and help the outer viewer understand friends or friends with fibromyalgia better.

    We asked our community “Healthizes,” to share what fibromyalgia is not in order to address some of the circulating mis concepts. Many members attended the survey and communicated their views to us. The list of them we have compiled for you.

    “Fibromyalgia is NOT …

    1. … Fake”

    • Not fake fibromyalgia. I don’t know how often people say that fibro is not “real,” or that “it’s all in your head,” I don’t know. All day, all the time, I wouldn’t pretend to be in pain. I don’t pretend I’m having problems sleeping. I would not pretend sick. I wouldn’t pretend. I wouldn’t claim to have problems with the stomach. There wouldn’t be mood swings I pretend. I wouldn’t leave school. I’m not going to leave innumerable jobs. All these things, I wouldn’t claim to do. It is true, it sucks, it changes its life. Provide it with the respect it merits.
    • It’s not Fibro in our head.

    2. …Biased”

    • The only illness of a woman.
    • Fibro is not that most people gain weight after fibromyalgia, because, in many cases, even daily activity becomes impossible.
    • Fibro is a weight-created bacterium. Overweight is a co-morbidity with Fibromyalgia, it’s not the cause of Fibromyalgia… Small people are also affected.
    • You can get fibromyalgia at any age not restrictive. Smith’s Amy

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    3. … Something else”

    • Psychiatric or mental illness or depression.
    • Psychosomatic fibromyalgia is not. Real body pain. Real body pain.
    • No pulmonary fibromyalgia.
    • Fibromyalgia does not cause my diabetes damage to the nerves.
    • Hypochondria does not exist.

    4. … for Weak”

    • Not forgiven for fibromyalgia
    • No sissies are fibromyalgia. The symptoms of fibromyalgia are endured by a strong person every day.
    • “To take your life, fight every day, take your strength again.” “Fibromyalgia isn’t …”

    5.  … Easy”. 

    • Not easy fibro. Every second of the day, hell live every second, and there is always something new happening when my friends and husband see parts of the knees and hands and even the pain in my neck dips.
    • The symptoms in all are different and change from day to day. Fibromyalgia is not easy to treat or understand.
    • Fibro is not simple, plus difficult to explain, because everybody is different. We have the same pains but can do it in the various areas of the body.
    • It doesn’t like “in a few days you’re going to get better”
    • I can get over something.

    6. … Made up”

    • Fibromyalgia is not supposed to go away
    • It is not consistent with fibromyalgia. You’re not sure what to expect from day to day.

    7. … The Same”

    • Even minutes by minute from day to day. Month after month, year after year, as well. It also changes according to medications and what you do.
    • Day by day it isn’t the same. For every person, every day will be different. Nor will anybody have exactly the same symptoms.
    • Each patient is the same. Some of them do not have other immune diseases. We have as individual symptoms as we are!

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    8. … Curable”

    • The positive attitude will not improve fibromyalgia through a fresh air!
    • There’s no curable fibromyalgia
    • Fibromyalgia will not ever go out. The pain is so bad that you feel constantly tried to enjoy your days. Most people think you are ok because they can never see their pain. You must pace yourself to get things done. It’s difficult to concentrate all the time in pain. I hope that somebody will find a healing.
    • Fibromyalgia is not cured by weight loss or exercise. I think I’ll cry right there and then if I’ve got another doctor tell me just to get weightless and get on with things.

    9. … Fair”

    • In the medical industry Fibro is not well represented. Many never heard about it. Most physicians cannot fully understand why the treatment is insufficient or inadequate.
    • Fibro is just an undiagnosed symptom. –a catch-all when there is no other diagnosis.

    10. ...Myth”

    • Fibromyalgia in Lyrica commercials is not the way it is depicted.
    • It’s not a myth for fibromyalgia. It’s real, very real. It’s very real.

    Fibromyalgia isn’t something we’re finally going to get “good.” It’s going to be life. We’re going to have good and bad days. Good weeks and bad. Good weeks and bad. Good times and bad times. Good times. And that’s not what we can control. Also–it’s not something to control fibromyalgia. It doesn’t mean just that a therapy worked last time. Don’t press me, therefore, please. The worst thing you can do to me is pressure. Pressure. If I feel stressed, I’m much more likely to get unwell longer.

    Fibromyalgia is like waking up every day to fight a fight you know you’ll lose and get out of bed. It is the daily routine of defeat and every tear, explosion and collapse that follows. It holds its fingers desperately with hope and courage and allows them to take you out of your bed when your body fights for anything. However, you’re going to win the war.

    There were some misconceptions about fibromyalgia that we needed to correct. These stigmas are largely disrupted by promoting general perception and awareness so that ultimately more research and better treatment options can be found for those with the disease.

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  • The Holding foods for fibromyalgia

    The Holding foods for fibromyalgia

    By: Dr Alexa James

    Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes muscle, joint and tiredness and depression pain. There are certain therapies that your doctor can order, but fibromyalgia consumption foods can help you to control this disease and improve your symptoms noticeably. A person-to-person diet of fibromyalgia should differ because some foods that are typically in a balanced diet might cause allergic and other adverse reactions.

    It is now well recognized that the syndrome is genuine and affects millions of people every year (in the United States only), but it may not be so clear that it has other characteristics.

    For instance, it is still not widely known what causes Fibromyalgia to develop. Naturally, most doctors agree that the disease is neurobiological or functional, and most of them will decide that their development is closely related to the imbalance of the brain’s neurochemical element, which causes the brain to incorrectly process the pain. All else, however, to a certain extent is still vague.

    While a list of clear reasons has yet to be completed, one of the risk factors may lead to the syndrome. Genetics, diet, stress and other psychological factors play an important role in these factors.

    Other symptoms commonly seen in patients with fibromyalgias are headaches, tiredness, sleep disturbances, bowel irritation, weak appendages, tingling and numbing fingers and limbs.

    Since it is not clear why Fibromyalgia is actually present in some patients, there is no real cure for this syndrome. However, their different symptoms may be treated and improved, and a number of things are suggested and recommended by the doctor in these situations.

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    It is most likely to prescribe a combination of drugs, which include pain-releasing, anti-inflammatory and even benzodiazepines and antidepressants.

    Furthermore, most of the doctors are advised to take advantage of natural or alternative medicines: yoga, meditation, acupuncture, tai chi, etc. Basically, it could also be suggested to simply walk or just relax in any other way.

    What causes fibromyalgia?

    However, some studies suggest trauma, stress, nervous abnormalities, and genes may lie behind it. This is still unclear by the research panel. The symptoms you are a candidate include muscle strain, pain, joint pain, abdominal pain, inflammation, fatigue, sleeping difficulty, depression, headaches, digestive problems, rigidity and stubbornness. These symptoms often appear alongside and usually the pain is general, not just an arthritis-like part of the body.

    What are the best foods for fibromyalgia?

    Any foods with gluten should be completely avoided for fibromyalgia patients. In many foods, from white to pastry, gluten can be found. The reason gluten is harmful is because, in most cases, it causes digestive complications such as indigestion, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Next time you visit the supermarket, make sure you ask and store gluten-free products such as bread and avenue to avoid causing your symptoms.

    Fibromyalgia should include fruits and vegetables among your top food, because they include properties that keep your blood sugar well-adjusted, boost energy and reduce mood shifts. Tomatoes, green potatoes, spinach, kale, broccoli, sweet potatoes, berries, cemetery and tropical fruit, such as mangoes and papayas, are the most suited fruit and veggies in your regular diet.

    Similarly, fibro-myalgia foods are fed fish such as sardines, salmon, cabbage, herring, tropic and mackerel. They offer abundant proteins, fatty acids and can comfort muscle and joint pain. Bake or grill as a substitute for frying to obtain as many nutrients as possible. The amount of protein required to manage muscle-related symptoms is also available in eggs, chicken, pork and turkey.

    In place of trans-or saturated grease from packaged foods and junk food, you should also choose healthy fats in olive oil, nuts, seeds, advocates and butter.

    What are the worst foods for fibromyalgia?

    The food you should avoid depends on the reaction of your body to it. Many claims to have digestive problems and inflammation when they eat cheese, milk, sour cream and other milk-based foods. You can best find out how to keep a food journal in which you can keep a clear list of the food you eat to determine what foods you should not eat.

    In general, eat plants, fresh water fish and healthy fats as many as you can, such as fruits and vegetables. Switch your sweet juices and carbonated drinks to a replacement for fruit. Create a good calorie diet to manage your weight, drink plenty of water, and make a change as soon as you feel it.

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