Fibromyalgia Support Group

You're not alone in your pain. Fibromyalgia is a condition that can be difficult to diagnose and manage. If you're trying to cope with pain throughout your body, sleep problems, general fatigue, or other common fibromyalgia symptoms, you're in the right place. The community is here for you to talk about therapies and share your challenges.

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PegZo 05/04/2011

Hi all! I am new to this illness and Daily Strength. I must say I have been going on here each day and I learn so much from all of you. Thank you!
One symptom that I have not heard about is this. When I get tired, which is everyday about 1pm and I do not rest for a few hours I find that my balance is effected. I have moments of being light headed and sometimes dizzy. Afterwards I get so tired I have to lay down and rest.
Do any of you get this?
Thank you again, each of you for all of your help! I'm glad I found this web site.

deleted_user 05/04/2011

I used to have lightheadedness and dizziness that was caused by low blood pressure due to adrenal fatigue. Now that I eat a very high salt diet, it makes all the difference. If your blood pressure is normal, you might try eating more salt and see if it helps. Low blood pressure is very common in adrenal fatigue which is an underlying component of fibro, and in my case, what I think caused the fibro.

deleted_user 05/04/2011

i have hypoglycemia and i need to make sure that i eat frequently and making sure i eat enough protein and not too many carbs. if i don't i get fatigued and light-headed and will sometimes get a headache.

PegZo 05/04/2011

Thank you both for replying. I have had low blood pressure as far back as I can remember. Last August after I had surgery they told me my adrenal glands were not working at all. No one mentioned to me that the adrenal glands can cause low blood pressure.
I am also hypoglycemic, have been since my 20's and I am in my 50's now. I always ate high protein until I found that can cause cancer and other issues so now I am trying to follow a whole food diet. Basically it means I do not eat anything that is dead. Only produce, a lot of salad and beans for protein. You would be surprised at how much protein you can get from different kinds of legumes.
Anyway, thank you for answering me.
Good luck to you guys with this journey. It is not fun and there is always something new to learn.

deleted_user 05/04/2011

I would get a Check on Your Electrolytes.

I have Low BP..and can become unsteady, I eat a Higher salt Diet to help me Retain a bit of water..& eat something with Natural Sugars..Fruit, or our Own Homegrown Honey.

Fatigue at Unusual times does Not mean Lay Down and Take a Nap..it usually Means Something is Out of Balance..get that Figured out, and the Need to Nap may Soon Disappear. YeaY !!

deleted_user 05/04/2011

If you have adrenal problems, your body absolutely NEEDS high quality protein if you want to feel better.

Here's a link to a great matrix on low adrenal/thyroid function along with a huge article on the subject.

http://www.drrind.com/therapies/metabolic-symptoms-matrix

deleted_user 05/04/2011

Great comments but another reason I was wondering about is maybe a side effect of medications?

deleted_user 05/04/2011

Bootsie just took the words from my fingers. Welcome .... This place is a true blessing for us sufferers!!

deleted_user 05/04/2011

I attribute that to the fatigue of Fibro. I also find myself getting nauseus in the afternoon if I don't or can't rest.

PegZo 05/05/2011

Thank you all!! I am going to look into all of these suggestions and try to figure this out. One thing I know for sure - Fibro has many symptoms and what may effect one does not mean it will effect another. I am still working although I had to cut my hours in half but I feel if I don't work I will not be motivated to do much and I have learned through this site that it is very important to keep moving if at all possible.
Thank you again!

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