I have experienced significant improvement. I attribute it to a few things. First, after trying a bazilion prescriptions I finally found one that helped me (Cymbalta). It enabled me to get out of bed...
Jen, so happy to hear your interview went well. I am pleased to report that mine did, too. I actually shared in my interview that I have fibro to explain concerns over lifting since the law firm...
I work with a fitness trainer twice weekly. I would not plan my exercise day the same day as I am planning another activity because I most likely would pay the price. The unfortunate part of fibro is...
Great to read your update. Sometimes (not always) just having heart-to-heart with your medical provider is enough to let them know you're at wits end and NEED to try more of or something different...
I received temporary relief and definitely recommend it during flares or if you have a long spell where you can't get any sleep. My insurance covers it but it is ONLY with the acupuncturist...
I agree that if we work our way into a routine and put forth a positive and committed attitude that there are many of us with fibromyalgia who can work. I'm excited about a new job possibility in my...
I am currently on 60 mg daily Cymbalta and take gabapentin nightly. I prevously took Ambien and other sleep meds but was able to wean myself off ... gradually. Due to an insurance hiccup, I was...
I am a strong advocate for flu shots. I had influenza years ago and was deathly ill for a month. It's not worth the risk. Only side effect I have had in 20 years is a sore arm. My mother in law used...
I went to a pain management clinic. They added gabapentin to my meds and referred me to physical therapy and P.T. was supposed to order me a TENS unit. Physical therapist didn't want to do that so it...
Review this from November 2013 (spefically see Page 7 that you do not need to provide a diagnosis): http://www.dol.gov/whd/fmla/employeeguide.pdf ...
I have had a geographic tongue for about 30 years. I brush it regularly. Like you, when stressed it seems to flare a little and gets sensitive. Other than that, many times I don't realize it's there....
Your doctor can conduct blood tests to see if you are deficient in Vitamin D3 or magnesium. How much you should take depends on your unique levels -- it's not a one size fits all dosage....
I recently started biking and I try to go just a little bit farther every day. Sometimes I think we all surprise ourselves with what we can actually do if we put our minds to it and work up SLOWLY....
I tried Savella twice and the pain relief was miraculous -- truly -- a MIRACLE!! But... I had side effects of headaches and jaw pain that forced me to discontinue. I really wish I could have stayed...