Does anyone have Fibromyalgia?

I have 3 kids, and the stress can definitely make things harder at times. I'm not sure that any direct link to Lupis has been shown -- other than it being some kind of auto-immune problem. Lupis shows up on tests, fibro does not. Also, other than migraines being in my family, I'm the only one to have these particular symptoms. I haven't heard any hereditary links yet either. So I wouldn't worry yet. There's so much they still do not know about fibromyalgia. Thanks for sharing!!

That's great. I really hope she finds relief. Sounds like she's really got it rough.

Thank you. I hope your sister feels better soon too!!

So sorry to hear that. Getting good sleep is really important. Do you do that? I hope so. Good luck!

That's great! I think I may be finding out that my thyroid deficiencies have more to do with it than I thought too. I've had low thyroid since 1994, but I have found out some new info. that seems to be helping. Plus, sleep is way important!! Have to have some help there. You??

I'm glad for you.

....advice on fibromyalgia and sleep. Pain relief is essential. Understanding what helps you through paintracking allows you to amass strategies to prevent and relieve pain. Heat in various forms soothes aching muscles as does gentle stretching. Earplugs, lightweight but warm clothing (such as silks and polar fleece) and sunglasses can ward off flares from noise, cold drafts, or bright lighting. Meditation, hypnotherapy and self-hypnosis, biofeedback, and diaphragmatic breathing exercises all offer ways to lower the thermostat on pain. For some, massage therapy works wonders. Pain medications help people to feel well enough to do the other things necessary to improve and live a fuller life. Some doctors prescribe pain medications to be taken proactively. The analgesic effects of medications are more effective before pain escalates. Discuss with your doctor short versus longer acting medications. For some, over-the-counter medications may be adequate. For others, stronger medications such as narcotics are needed. Some physicians are reluctant to prescribe narcotics for long-term use, a bias that stems from a fear of addiction. Yet evidence shows that people in pain do not abuse painkillers--we desire to engage in life, not escape it. There is an important distinction between physical dependence and addiction. It is important to keep track of how you take any medication to monitor its effectiveness. Slowly our society is realizing the need for more comprehensive treatments for chronic pain in conditions that are not fatal. Pacing becomes a very important aspect of living well with fibromyalgia. You may find that taking a break every few hours will allow you to gain a second wind, and maybe even a third or forth. By tracking how you feel and your activity levels, you can learn how to organize your day and weeks to make the most of the energy you have. Creative scheduling can allow people with fibromyalgia to engage in a full life. Knowing when you need to rest and when you can push on make this condition much more manageable. http://www.medicinenet.com/fibromyalgia/article.htm http://www.quackwatch.org/03HealthPromotion/fibromyalgia/whatisfms.html http://www.niams.nih.gov/hi/topics/fibromyalgia/fffibro.htm http://www.quackwatch.org/03HealthPromotion/fibromyalgia/whatisfms.html

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Thank you ; )