lizizwinning

Close Fibromyalgia

have had fibro for 24 years (began age 27)worked continuously since first 6 months. never, never go to bed for FM symptoms, now at menopause and fibrofog is way worse than when I was younger. Took control/responsibility back 13 years ago, had much better results than when I had "abdicated" to the medical community, never been in a support group for FMS. 24 years+ in AA.

Treatments

Acupuncture Not Working

tried 15 years ago no effect

Cyclobenzaprine Somewhat Helpful

pm only for sleep. used to take all day, affected critical thinking, very dry mouth

Cymbalta Not Working

not effective on pain, caused mood swings

Heat Working / Worked

used for all 24 years, it's always on the couch (burned through two couches), I sit against it for first 30 minutes after I wake up.

Lyrica Working / Worked

worked great for pain, stopped due to memory loss and trouble concentrating. tried for two years. worried about losing my job.

Neurontin Working / Worked

replaced Lyrica, fewer issues affecting memory and concentration, not quite as effective as Lyrica in controlling pain. lots cheaper and not scheduled so I can get by mail order more easily.

TENS Not Working

tried 15 years ago, no effect

Close Degenerative Disc Disease

After Fibromyalgia for 24 years, I just had MRI & diagnosis of Deg Disc disease, anyone else have both?