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Is this Fibro

herronla
herronla
I have been having shortness of breath and palpations along with joint pain and tiredness. I have lower back pains below my waist, some mornings are pretty tough because I am stiff but other days I feel good like nothing is wrong. I have been to cardiology and pulmonary doctors and all test are normal. I have had blood work done and all is normal also.
deleted_user
deleted_user
You really need to talk to a doctor since some other illnesses can have the same symptoms.
redsilverfox
redsilverfox
when you are tired my FM Doc says pulse goes fast means time to crash & rest! Pain in chest can be a fm chest tenderpoint & it is called "Costochronditis" pain. Lot of weird things are FM or stress from FM related! XXXO'S
naturegirl65
naturegirl65
We aren't doctors and can't say whether you have fibro or not.

Muscle pain and all over aches and pains is a common symptom for fibro. Fatigue too, not everyone has joint pain but some do. Shortness of breath. Not sure.
It's good that you saw doctors for that.


I would go and see a rheumatologist because of the joint pain and lower back pain you have and you have stiffness at times. A rheumatologist would be a good start as they specialize in joint and muscle conditions. Hopefully you can get a correct diagnosis.

Good luck
herronla
herronla
I went to Rheumatology last week and was diagnosed with fibro. :( I just dont understand the shortness of breath, palpitations, and the extreme lack of energy. I feel like I am dragging concrete on my legs and my arms feel like I have lifted weights for days.
herronla
herronla
Also, I need help with what to eat/drink and what not to eat/drink..... this is so life changing and really hard to absorb.
milily
milily
I have had shortness of breath when I have had extreme fatigue - all tests were normal - my heart rate was high too at that time period. If you haven't already you should have testing of your heart and lungs to rule out other problems before a Dr suggests it is from fibro.

Welcome to this group.
milily
milily
Sorry, I just re read your original post and that you had testing and saw a cardiologist and pulmonary Dr.