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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michellet824 05/09/2012

It seems I am having my first true flare since I was diagnosed. I haven't actually had any good days since I was diagnosed so I was under the impression the whole thing was still part of one long flare that finally got me a diagnosis.
Boy I was wrong!

Anyway, now that I am in a real flare, too tired and weak to do much of anything, I am wondering what the heck to do! I mean, I know how to handle the regular pain of the fibro and RA, but I am not sure what I am supposed to do to help me through this flare.

Any suggestions? Tips? Should I just go to bed til it's over?

newmercies 05/09/2012

So sorry. I hope the flare passes soon. Definitely rest, and use a heating pad on any tender spots. The heat helps. If you have access to a heated pool or spa it relieves a lot of the pain.

fibrolizzy 05/09/2012

So sorry, Michelle. Defiinitely be extra good to yourself....get extra rest, take meds, hot baths or showers, heating pad. I just sort of lay low when I'm having a flare and try to be very gentle with myself. I don't do anything I don't have to.

Treat yourself in some way with something you really enjoy. For me, it's old movies and of course the best thing of all....chocolate!!!

I pray things ease up for you....Elizabeth

dually 05/09/2012

Sorry to hear you are hurting so bad. I too have RA with the fibro. Don't know what meds you take, but when I get in a bad flare I take a steriod pain pack that you take over 5 days. You should feel some relief with in an hour of the first dose.

I do not like to take those, but my doctor makes sure I have on on hand. If you went to the ER that is what they would give you.

Lay low and I hope you feel better soon

OutsideSmile 05/09/2012

Aw :o( I feel for you. I understand about you saying you felt lousy all the time so that's what you thought was a flare. I always tell drs and family/friends (if they want to know) that I don't have "good" days. I either have "bad" or "worse" and I've come to appreciate the "bad" days now. I agree with everyone to try heat. And just try to relax and take it easy. I really hope this flare is a short one for you. :o)

michellet824 05/09/2012

Thanks!
I currently only have one heating pad ( need to remedy that) so I am moving it from one bad area to another. I already take prednisone everyday so not sure steroids would help. If I have more than a day or two of this I will call my rheumy.
Wish I knew what caused the flare. Oh well!

Thanks again. Any other tips let me know.

fibrolizzy 05/09/2012

I switched from a heating pad to a heated throw. It's great, b/c you can just wrap the heat all around you.

maddiesgrammie 05/09/2012

so sorry michelle to know you are in such severe pain.my best friend is my electric blanket.a hot epsom salt bath may help.is it possible for you to see your dr on emergency basis.much love many prayers maddie

deleted_user 05/10/2012

i just like got over a major flare and what helped the best i noticed was goin' to the salon and usin' the tannin' bed felt alot better....... hope u find some relief and plz remember u are not alone!!!!

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