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.
Hello! I just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Dana, 32, and I'm a student in Health Arts and Sciences living in NY (currently studying from home, since I was not well enough to go to campus this semester).
My story is long and complex, but I've struggled with serious illness for over half my life. In addition to previous conditions, I was diagnosed with Fibro and CFS in 2008, and I'm still working to find the right treatment balance.
This is the first time I've ever really reached out to a community. Many of my peers are getting married, having children or living active "single" lives. I find that fewer people are able to maintain a communication based friendship with someone who can't have an activity filled social life.
As a shy introvert with chronic illness, I've managed to build a truly rich inner world. I have countless hobbies, interests and passions! Art, crafts, science, medicine, film, music, cooking...I have much to share, with those who don't mind being a bit low key. :-)
I would love to connect with people who understand and relate to the unique challenges of chronic illness. I'd be happy to answer any questions, talk about what's worked or hasn't worked for me, etc.
With a (hopeful) future in Integrative Medicine I want to use the knowledge, wisdom and empathy of my own experiences to help others manage chronic pain. Everybody's story is important, and I love to listen.
Is anyone located in NY? I spent most of my time on Long Island and in Albany.
I look forward to being an active member of this community! Take care, and thanks for reading...
My story is long and complex, but I've struggled with serious illness for over half my life. In addition to previous conditions, I was diagnosed with Fibro and CFS in 2008, and I'm still working to find the right treatment balance.
This is the first time I've ever really reached out to a community. Many of my peers are getting married, having children or living active "single" lives. I find that fewer people are able to maintain a communication based friendship with someone who can't have an activity filled social life.
As a shy introvert with chronic illness, I've managed to build a truly rich inner world. I have countless hobbies, interests and passions! Art, crafts, science, medicine, film, music, cooking...I have much to share, with those who don't mind being a bit low key. :-)
I would love to connect with people who understand and relate to the unique challenges of chronic illness. I'd be happy to answer any questions, talk about what's worked or hasn't worked for me, etc.
With a (hopeful) future in Integrative Medicine I want to use the knowledge, wisdom and empathy of my own experiences to help others manage chronic pain. Everybody's story is important, and I love to listen.
Is anyone located in NY? I spent most of my time on Long Island and in Albany.
I look forward to being an active member of this community! Take care, and thanks for reading...
Yes I do understand the difficulties of having an active social life,when you have chronic pain.It is so important to avoid becoming isolated.Us humans are meant to interact will one another.
You will find some very informed and supportive people here.Blessings.
HUGS from down south :)
Welcome to the group.
Happy to have you here.
Take care!
I'm happy you found us.
I am new as well. I know what you mean about friendships. I lost several friendships due to my inability of doing things or having to cancel due to not feeling well.
I started back to school in January to get my teaching certification. My passion is special education. I have worked for the past 9 years as a teacher's assistant and decided i want to be a teacher.
I look forward to getting to know you as well. Have a wonderful Monday!