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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Nanayaya 10/10/2007

For two years I was in sort of remission from the
Fibro pain. I had lost 30 lbs and thats seemed to help alot. I've gained most of the weight back & began working in an extremely stressful enviromnet once again. The pain is intense & nothing I take helps me sleep. I probably get 4 hrs of sleep a night. Even when I take sleep meds I wake up around 3 or 4 o'clock in the morning. I have sleep apnea, IBS, Arthritis and hellaceous migraine's. My pain is primarily in my right hip, upper back(between shoulder blades) neck & arms.
I have tried exercising but the pain afterwards is excruciating. I forget everything & have anxiety attacks regularly. I cry alot & am very depressed.

deleted_user 10/10/2007

im sorry to hear your not feeling good. i hope the pain gets back under control. im here if you ever need someone to talk to
hugs cindy

deleted_user 10/10/2007

Your inability to sleep is probably related to the daytime stress you're having. It seems like all the right negative factors are there for your fibro to return. Even though we do all the things we can to lessen it, if those detractors in life return, we need to remember we always have fibro, it doesn't go away. I'm sorry you're having all these problems. I really feel for you b/c you sound a lot like me. What meds are you on? Have you been back to your Dr. to evaluate your situation?
Hugs
Chelle

JillyT 10/10/2007

One of the things I found very helpful was taking a water aerobcs class. Moving around in water massages your body as you tone. Exercising helps you to sleep better and strengthens your pain threshold. If you have a pool nearby see if there are classes - you will be amazed at how good you'll feel...hope you feel better soon. Jilly

deleted_user 10/10/2007

Have you tried acupuncture? I used to wake at 2.30 every morning without fail, and apparently that meant that my liver wasn't working properly, and my acupuncturist fixed it right away. It may be worth a try

CarrieinSK 10/10/2007

I'm sorry you are in so much pain. When you have lack of sleep and in a stressful situations, the pain gets amplified. Have you tried yoga, deep breathing, stretching, instead of exercising? I tend to go to a chiropractor when my back starts getting too seized. When I had my first, and only anxiety attack, my ex-doctor told me to take one of my hubby's Ativans. He had a brain bleed stroke, and had high anxiety about going outside, work etc. It worked for him and worked for me too! I took 2 and after that the anxiety was gone. I liked the feeling way too much and worried about addiction, so didn't take any more. Nice while it lasted though! LOL Maybe something like that, for a temporary solution will work for you.

(((hugs)))

deleted_user 10/10/2007

i know what your feeling,ive been advised to exersice but doing so causes more intense pain,seems we'r in the catch 22 circle,

LaurieG 10/10/2007

I've heard a number of people talk about gentle water based exercise and how much it has helped them.

I haven't ventured there yet, but have heard very good things. Little by little, they say it helps.

xxxx

deleted_user 10/10/2007

I also would suggest warm water exercise. Start out really slow. At first, just putting on your bathing suit will be a tremendous effort, but in time your body will adapt and it will become easier. Also, ask your doctor about taking something like Flexeril. It really improves your sleep and decreases the pain and stiffness you feel when you wake up. Good luck.

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