sugarbaker01

Open Fibromyalgia

I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2001 when I was 32 years old. It keeps getting worse but I guess I'm just used to being in pain all of the time. I take a painkiller called Mobic at night and take Lyrica in the morning and at night. To try and keep the Fibro at bay I take two dance classes a week but they are both on the same night - Ballet and Hip Hop. By the time I am done with the classes my legs are screaming. The Fibro seems to have settled in my legs. Nothing really helps.

Treatments

Acupuncture Not Working

I tried Acupuncture and couldn't finish the treatment because it was too painful.

Lyrica Working / Worked

I'm not really sure if the Lyrica is helping or not. The pain is always there.

TENS Working / Worked

I use my TENS unit every once in a while on my shoulders. It helps a little bit.

Lidoderm Working / Worked

The Lidocaine Patch helps for a little while where it is placed. It is only a temporary fix.

Open Anxiety

I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder five years ago. I currently take .5mg of Klonopin three times a day and it seems to be working. I also suffer from Major Depressive Disorder. The two illnesses seem to go hand in hand. I seem to have a handle on them for now. That can change in the next five minutes though.

Treatments

Breathing Exercises Working / Worked

See what I wrote under Breathwork.

Breathwork Working / Worked

I use breathing techniques whenever I am having an anxiety attack. I try walking up and down the stairs, going for a walk, deep breathing exercises, and they all work for me.

Meditation Not Working

I am not able to meditate - my mind can never go blank.

Positive Thinking Somewhat Helpful

I try Positive Thinking but it is very hard to do when you are a Major Depressive. I keep trying though.

Remeron Not Working

This medication did not work for me. I gained weight on it.

Trazodone Working / Worked

This medication worked very well for me. I used it as a sleep aid. I had to stop using it when I went on EMSAM - an MAOI anti-depressant.

Open TMJ

I have been suffering from TMJ for about 5 months and I don't think it is going to get any better. I am absolutely miserable and am looking for some support.