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I have a lot of swelling, especially in my fingers and toes. This is accompanied by redness, and a general feeling of stiffness. Does anyone else experience this with their fibro? I've been told it's not a fibro symptom, but nothing shows up in my bloodwork to indicate anything else.
Preciousbabygirl
I don't know if it's fibro but I have the same problem. My hands and feet swell and get really red and just plain hurt.
twinmomab
I was told the redness is Raynauds, a condition that generally accompanies Fibro and other autoimmune diseases.
Fantod
That is not a symptom of Fibromyalgia. Have you seen a rheumatologist? There is a form of RA that does not show in blood work. Or, it may be related to Raynauds. If you are seeing a rheumy for this and they have no answers, see someone else. Take care.
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