Me and My Fibromyalgia?

I have Fibromyalgia. I have pain, fatigue, fibro fog, etc. But, I work full time. I can not quit as I carry the health ins for our family. It isn't easy and I do miss a lot of work but I have a very understanding boss and doctors that confirm what I am going through. I have my primary care, a rheumotologist and a therapist for depression. And, as for a doctor that thinks this is BS. Hmmm, a doctor that doesn't believe there is such a thing is a doctor that thinks he can cure anything and this is something he can not, therefore, it is BS. My husband is more understanding now than he was when I was first diagnosed. I am not on a lot of medications. I tried Lyrica, after 5 weeks and gaining 15 lbs, no difference. I won't try it again, that was my second time.

I like you, suffer from fibromyalgia and I also have SLE (Lupus). It is a very painful condition and it seems that nothing relieves the incredible pain we suffer. My Rheumatologist/immunologist suggested low-dose anti-depressants as apparently they can help to ease the pain, but I didn't want to partake of those. He also suggested I join a gym and exercise and swim. I havn't tried any of those either. I just keep going and I still go to work but only about 25 hours per week. I have tried alot of different pain tabs including codeine etc. But as I don't like taking pills full stop I only take them when I can't stand it any longer. I have started taking an anti-inflammatory tablet called ibuprofen which seems to be easing the pain slightly. Maybe it might be worth a try for you. Hope this helps you.

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Sounds like you have a good understanding of your condition and have the specialists in place to help you out. I agree that it is BS for doctors to think that our condition is not real and I like the statement that they think they can cure anything. Feel free to check out my website and write about your experience http://www.fibromyalgiasource.com

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FMS (Fibromyalgia Syndrome) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons - the soft fibrous tissues in the body.

Fibromyalgia can affect every aspect of a person's life. While it cannot cause death in itself, the chronic pain and depression associated with Fibromyalgia puts its sufferers at risk for suicide, although it is unclear whether there is an increased risk. However it can severely curtail social activity and recreation, and many people with fibromyalgia are unable to maintain a full-time job.

In the United States, those affected by fibromyalgia may qualify under programs for those whose work is adversely affected by disabilities. Employed Americans may apply for coverage under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Children and college students may be granted more time to take tests, changes in physical education requirements, and college housing closer to class locations. In the United Kingdom, the Department for Work and Pensions recognizes fibromyalgia as a condition for the purpose of claiming benefits and assistance.

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