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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TealFlower
TealFlower

Good morning everyone. I hope you're having a low pain day and feeling ok. I'm new here and just wanted to write a quick not to say "hi."


I have Fibro, was diagnosed a little over a year ago. I've been doing "ok" with it until recently. My energy has gotten worse and I'm having new pain (in my shoulders and upper arms). The new pain is interrupting my sleep, which is probably contributing to my lower energy and overall "feeling like crap."


I'm just not doing well at the moment, I guess. Struggling with everything this beast has done to me and my life. I also have chronic back pain, due to an injury, that has prevented me from working. And I absolutely HATE not being able to work. I think I'm getting depressed and angry about everything now. Finally. 


I'm looking for a safe place to talk about it all. The ups & downs of the struggles with the Fibro-Beast, life with it, the depression that goes along with it, etc. Because I don't really have anyone else in my life to talk to about it.  :(



What do you do when you start feeling like your world is crumbling down around you because of your chronic illness? 

Fantod
Fantod
I'm going to suggest that your shoulder problem may be bursitis. I've had it in both shoulders and hips. You do need to see a doctor about this. Bursitis can be very persistent even with prompt treatment. This is one of the many perks that can be associated with Fibromyalgia. Take care.
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