I am in so much pain and no one understands!

I know how you feel. I have been told it's all in my head, lol. If it was in my head, then why does it hurt like heck in my legs. My sister thinks I'm making this all up for attention. Oh yes I want attention because I can't walk up the stairs to my kids rooms. Don't get me started on the weather. You can try aleve, if you haven't used it. It takes about 5 minutes to kick in and it actually takes the pain away. Your only 19, My earliest memories of having my pains when I was 5 years old. I couldn't do a lot of things like every else did without suffering at night. What helped me with the pain, weird to say was having my dad lay on my legs. His weight and the heat helped take the pain away. But as I got older, my dad couldn't do it anymore so I used heating pads and a electric blanket at night. I remember the pain being so bad in both my legs at the same time, I just collapsed. Last time it happened I was holding my newborn daughter. Luckily, I fell backward on to my couch. I have done the doctor thing, I got put on two different meds, one was for depression that was suppose to help me sleep. I had to make sure my daughter was sleeping and I was laying down. Those were some fast acting meds. I didn't like them, I would wake up feeling like a zombie. So now I guess you say I suffer with it, but I don't let it get me down. I know people that suffer with this that has trouble walking and has to use a wheelchair. So as long as I am able to get out of my bed on my own and walk. I know I will be ok.

i'm on the other end age wise, but do totally sympathize with the pain aspect and what to do about it. i haven't had much luck in dealing with it while working, so am now on disability. but i do try to stay as active as i can, but not as much as i should be. getting as much stress out of your life is very important, too, but sounds like you have an extremely full plate with a very lot going on and no way or time to relax and unwind from it all. try to fit in or make time for that too, somehow, and hugs to you. one of the first drs i saw did a 'manuever' on me and never again, thanks. another said it was all in my head, nothing wrong...hmmm, i wish i could trade places with him on one of my really bad days and then see what he says, lol. keep on truckin' and good luck in finding some balance and a good dr. both are invaluable.

Oh, honey I wish I could help you!I hesitate to say this because I'm pretty sure you are doing things that have to be done, but you kinda need to get rid of some of your responsibilities. I think your doctor might say the same thing. Is it possible to cut back on your college courses by at least 3 classes?I'm 25 and I have a host of physical problems. The many doctors I saw told me many things, but all told me to simplify my life in any way I could. They tried to send me to the Mayo Clinic, but my insurance wouldn't pay for it. Some advice that has helped me is going to a chiropractor. Yes, I know, the majority seem to be quacks, but when you find a good one they are worth it. Drink water galore and eat a lot of green leafy vegetables, and also include fruits. They give you energy without dragging you down with sugar. And also, see a therapist to get down to what is really causing you to do so much or want to be so busy. I'm assuming though you don't want to be too busy. Seeing a medical doctor is a wonderful first step. Oh, the chiropractor helped my fibromyalgia and migraines so much! I was using a cane until I saw my chiropractor. Now, I'm still ill, but I get along just fine. My best wishes are with you!

First off I want to assure you that I do understand the pain that you are in. There are days when I can hardly move for the pain. Sometimes it will focus on a particular area, when another time it will be all over. I started off with milder pain medications, and also take fish oil, but I am now on stronger pain meds. I've never tried the Guai treatment, however have heard it works for some people. Anyone who doesn't live with it, can't really understand the pain that a person can deal with from it. The pain is real, and can be aggravated by a variety of things including stress, lack of sleep, weather, and who knows what else. I am a lot older, and have been dealing with the diagnosis of fibromyalgia, and osteoarthritis for approx. 10+ years now. When I was first diagnosed it was a relief just to put a name to what was causing my pain. I found a pain management doctor who was willing to suggest various alternatives, and ideas for medications, and he has also suggested various things I might try. One of the things was therapy in a warm pool, massage, and exercise. Unfortunately because of my arthritis, and two really bad knees I have not been able to work on the exercise part. There are so many options out there if one can afford to try them, but one of the things that has helped is injections into the painful areas...injections of freezing to numb the pain and relax the muscles of that area. Lack of sleep ultimately makes the pain worse so find something that will help in getting you to relax and set a regular bedtime. Melatonin is supposed to help people relax and sleep. I'm on a variety of medications that help me relax and get to sleep most of the time, however there are still many nights where I have a hard time getting to sleep. Get some proper pain medication, use topical creams to massage into the painful areas....warm baths, etc. Try to keep a balance of activity and rest if possible. There are a lot of medications, for pain, muscle relaxations, etc. so it's hard to say what would work for everyone. Acupuncture is another treatment I have heard some people say has worked, but not something I've ever tried. There are alot of sites that give you information about various treatments...but I must admit, I have not yet really found anything that helps completely with the pain. Sure hope you are able to find something that will help you.