I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2015 and during the years that have followed, I’ve experienced many types of symptoms and flares. In the past six months I’ve had many waves of flares to differing degrees, and also have experienced symptoms I had forgotten were fibromyalgia-related. I had to go back and read the basics and all the types of symptoms a flare can bring about.
Here are a few symptoms that were new to me
Reactive skin, burning all over my body that felt like acid with the simple move of my shirt or wiping my hands dry.
The arthritis pain in my hands has reached a new level of pain.
Parts of my body hurt more than before.
Overview of Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain and spinal cord process painful and nonpainful signals.
Symptoms often begin after an event, such as physical trauma, surgery, infection or significant psychological stress. In other cases, symptoms gradually accumulate over time with no single triggering event.
While there is no cure for fibromyalgia, a variety of medications can help control symptoms. Exercise, relaxation, and stress-reduction measures also may help.
This is a short overview of whoever. There’s a wealth of knowledge available to read. Remember to check out the Fibromyalgia organizations. Look for respected sources because I ‘ve ran across several sites that are only selling supplements or pushed memberships. You want solid resources.
Some exercises may help, look for them and see how they fit in your life.
Melinda
References:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/fibromyalgia/symptoms-causes/syc-20354780
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Hope the end of the year brings an end to these repetitive waves of flare-ups
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Thank you, me too. :)
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Thank you for sharing this information and for continuing to blog. I wish you more good days ahead.
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Thank you, JoAnna for the kind words. I know better days are ahead.
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I appreciate understanding this disease. Thank you, Melinda.
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Fibro is so complex that if I gave an in depth look people would fall asleep. But a short overview can help everyone.
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It can be so debilitating. Great share educating others.❤️
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Thank you, Cindy. Your new book is on the way. My review may take some time since my husband had surgery yesterday adn he’s down for two weeks and I’m having hand surgery in two weeks. But once I post an intro and review I’ll let you know. Take good care.
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You’re so very welcome! Woo hoo….you are sooo sweet. Thanks so much, it means so much to me.
Oh, I’m sooo sorry to hear. You guys literally have your hands full. Sending prayers and love and no rush!!!!! I will and you too🌹💓
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He’s doing ok but his surgery has this healing perion where you start to feel good at the end of the first week and then a second wave hit and your down again for most of the second week. So far today he has not needed my help. When it coens to my hand surgery it will be a whole different story. But If I can go thru two brain surgeries I can handle the hand. :)
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I hope you get on top of this; it sounds very debilitating —
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There are days when it is. :)
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very good info. My doctor thinks there is a link between mono and fibromyalgia.
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So manay theories.
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