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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mizkriz73 12/10/2010

I have an appointment on the 20th of this month but I am having bad flare ups now and I could use some advice on how to deal.Just until i can get some medical help. I have taken pain relievers and hot baths. I have no idea what else to do. Please they are triggering panic attacks and I just can't handle both.
I just want to curl up in a ball and cry.

RosePark 12/10/2010

I'm sorry you are having such a bad night. Get some soft blankets and lie down......take some deep breaths. Put a heating pad where it hurts the worse. Talk to Jesus....tell Him how much you need help.

I hope you feel better soon. I will be praying.......

deleted_user 12/10/2010

I would repost this to the main board you might get more replies.

I use prayer, meditation, and distraction.

I wish I had more idea's alot of people use epsoms salts in their hot baths.

Sending Hugs & Prayers that you feel better soon.
Mary

deleted_user 12/10/2010

You could also check out fibro puzzle. Alot of members have posted their stories and what helps them.

http://www.dailystrength.org/groups/the-fibro-puzzle

deleted_user 12/11/2010

Here is another link that might help

Carrie list a number of topical treatments you can make at home that might help

http://www.dailystrength.org/c/Fibromyalgia/forum/10952999-make-your-own-topical-treatments

deleted_user 12/11/2010

I'm sorry you're going through this. I was on some meds that caused horrific anxiety attacks that got so bad I was afraid to close my eyes to sleep. It only went away when I went off the meds which makes sense as they were what the problem was. Once I was off them, my mood and anxiety level returned to normal. That's probably not what you wanted to hear, though.........

deleted_user 12/11/2010

I am so sorry. I know it sounds so simple to say you need to get your pain under control but that is what needs to be done. You may be knotted up and you HAVE to get this knots out. PLEASE check out the trigger point articles on this board that have been repeated so often by Segulley. Call your doctor's office and let them know of your great discomfort and ask them to try to work you in earlier. Let them know you will come in on a moment notice if there is any cancellations.
Panic attacks are horrible but they are just that and you can help to control them with breathing. Deep, deep breathing and repeating to yourself that you are just having a panic attack and it will pass.

Find someway to get total relaxation, for me it is a long soak in a hot tub with only candle light and a good scent that is calming, such as lavender. I wish you well and believe me when I say...I have been there and you WILL have better days.

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