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.
I was diagnosed with Fibo last week. I had neck surgery in February and soon began with pain all over my body. Did see a Neurologist. He was horrible to me. Said I was on too many pain Meds and that I should go back to work and see my family Physican. My physican was very caring and understood me.Had MRI's, blood work and everything came back negative. She put me on Cymbalta and is having me go to Rehab. Has Rehab helped anyone? My girlfriend said it was a waste of time. Is he the one who decides if I can go back to work? I have been working at a Dental office for over 10 years. Love my job but know as of now that working is not an option. My pain is usually a 8-10 every day. Need some advise.
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I also had a horrible meeting with a Neurologist, basically told me he would not diagnose me with a disabling disease and I was on too many medications already. Funny, I don't remember asking about disability or pain medication. Good doctors are hard to find, There are some, but unfortunately there is not much they can help us with except manage the symptoms. Eat good whole orgainic foods, easy excersizes, stretches, meditation, balance, balance, balance... then realize that Fibro will wax & wain as it wishes. We are just along for the ride. My hope is to just not agravate it anymore than I must.
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I went to Physical Therapy for 3months, didn't help much. I was already doing yoga & gental stetches, my PT didn't understand that my muscles are always tight (that doesn't mean I haven't been doing my exercises.) But maybe you will be lucky and find someone who can help you. Good Luck
My neurologist said the exact same thing to me. I was on too many pain meds and that I should get go back to work. Said maybe I had Fibo but he does not diagnose this and should go back to my regular doctor. What a waste of time..... But my doctor was great. Understood me and did all the testing to rule out other diseases. A lot of people have told me that PT has not helped.... I go next week. Maybe can have come up with new ideas... Thanks for your reply .
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I hope they have a warm pool where I am going. I do take hot showers that eases the pain for a while but it always seems like my muscles tense up even more about an hour later. But I do find taking hot showers at night instead of the morning are more benefical for me. My appt. is on Friday so it will be interesting to see what they recommend.