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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WithLoveDani
WithLoveDani

Hellp, I am 24 year old teacher who works in Durham. I was just recently diagnoised with FM. I have ben sick or "not right" for as long as i can remember. In he last 6 years my condition has gotten worse. I am still learning more about my diagnosis and would appreciate any advice. As far as symtpoms, i feel like i may have them all at this point. Haha. Any way i hope to get some support in this group as well as give advice to others. 



Alittle bit more about me:



Engaged


pet owner


apartment renter


commutes to work


outgoing


funny


smart


loves people and animals


shy


sick


..,the list goes on. 



Feel free to ask any questions as well :)

Preciousbabygirl
Preciousbabygirl
Me? I don't like people so the fact that I'm even on here is a OMG miracle lol this is the only socializing I get anymore (how sad is my life lol!!)
Anyway, welcome to the group, or is that unwelcome???? We all seem to have all the symptoms of FM so you fit right in! There's awesome support from all across the globe, all walks of life, and all ages. I'm sorry for what brings you here but I guess it brings us all here.

I was just recently dx'd with FM and I'm still learning the ins and outs and what I can and can't do. I would recommend getting the book Fibromyalgia for dummies and as far as I can recall it's on Amazon. It's the go to book around here (and no I don't have it yet but I'm getting it so Leo I'll get right on that in a minute!!) Everyone will suggest you get this book lol
WithLoveDani
WithLoveDani
Thanks!!!
Fantod
Fantod
Welcome to the group!
Jamimik1960
Jamimik1960
How does fibro affect your teaching? I just had to retire early do to fibro fog and anxiety and depression
WithLoveDani
WithLoveDani
So this is my third year teaching and so far I can definitely see the affects. My stress level is high and so that can sometimes make the symptoms worse. Since I am officially diagnosed now, I can get special privileges. For example, I got a Socorro note stating my back is not good lol and now I am allowed to sit at my desk without penalty. I usually take a nap around 2, but with school, I'm still teaching so I have to take it easy. I am honest with my students which seems odd but they are so respectful when it comes to conditions like that. This year will be the true test but please ask any questions and I wold love to hear your experiences as well.
basketballmom23
basketballmom23
Hi Dani! What grade level do you teach? I am glad you are able to sit when you need to and that the kids have been supportive. I have a desk job, but have gotten a desk that raises so I can stand when my back hurts too much from sitting. A lot of people at the University where I work have them. As far as dealing with your symptoms, we all do different things to help ourselves. There is no one size fits all with FM. I wish you the best in this crappy journey. Please feel free to check in with us daily on Leo's morning check in. We are all here for each other.
1sugarbear
1sugarbear
Dani, sorry to hear about your diagnosis of fibro but glad you have found this group as it can be very helpful. I'm an old-timer in several respects as I am 67 years old so I'm one of the older ones + I have had fibro for over 33 years now but since it was so unknown back in the 1980's it was 1994 before I was told it was fibro. Also I am one of the few males on here so I break the mold in many ways here. One thing that caught my attention was you said you taught school in Durham - I'm assuming you mean Durham NC - well I'm a Tar Heel myself as I live northwest of Charlotte in the Lake Norman area.

Welcome abroad!!!
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