Foot massage
I have bought myself an EMS mat (electrical massage stimulation) to help with my bad circulation. The good news is I get pink toes instead of white. The swelling round my ankles has reduced. I thought...
View ArticleMoved again
Hi all, sorry I have not been around for a while, but not been good the last months. We finally moved from Malvern and now are in Cirencester-second move in 7 months! I was hoping that after we had...
View ArticleAnyone notice eye problems?
I have noticed that the pupil in my right eye doesn’t close down the same amount as the one in my left eye. It is twice the size of the left in the morning when it is most pronounced. Has anyone else...
View ArticleAny sleep suggestions?
I’m exhausted! And I’m 100% sure I’m not alone. Here’s my question. What helps you sleep better? This isn’t a medication question but more of a sleeping question. My mattress is either too soft or too...
View ArticleTesting
Hi all I heard a couple years ago about a groundbreaking blood test to diagnose fibro but whenever I ask any of my many doctors they all say there is none. I’ve tried reading about it and have seen...
View ArticleHey everyone, Seenie here! (where HAVE I been?)
@blueeyesIIII has joined us! She’s from the West Coast, and like the rest of us here … well you know the story! To read her profile, just click on her t@g (@blueeyesIIII) wherever it appears. Or, you...
View ArticleWould like to post my photo
Would like to post my photo Im having trouble sending a message to Renie…can someone please help me? Thanks. BlueeyesIIII. 3 posts - 3 participants Read full topic
View ArticleHow in the world to send a new message?
Hello, I’d like to know how to send a message to anyone… BlueeyesIIII 7 posts - 3 participants Read full topic
View ArticleSpinal Cord Stimulator and Second Opinions
It’s been awhile since I’ve been here. Life’s ups and downs, what can I say? I’m wondering if anyone else has had one of these implanted with success. Did you feel as though you needed a second...
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I’m sort of still here!
Hi, I miss everyone! Lots of doctors appointments for me, finally! Hopefully will have some time to update everyone. My mom has been irritable and a challenge. My new medication is helping but I’m...
View ArticleA New Challenge
I have been dealing with fibromyalgia for around 12-13 years now, but lately I’ve been struggling a lot with how often I am having intense pain days. Especially with my back, sharp pains in arms upper...
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Body Pillow Anyone?
So, on a whim, I recently bought a body pillow (which my hubby calls a monstrosity in our bed - I admit it is a big one!), and it helps immensely. I had already used a pillow between my knees, but...
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A Reminder for Everyone
This meme (posted by JayCS several months ago) should go at the end of every post - All of us should be reminded of this every day of our lives: 1 post - 1 participant Read full topic
View ArticleBurning mouth
Hi all, Have just recentely started getting a burning/sore mouth and tongue and palate. I looked on line about it and found it ‘could’ be yet another thing with the fibro! Or it could be that I have...
View Article2022 review: Amitriptyline compared with pregabalin, duloxetine and...
In this 2022 review, amitriptyline (‘Elavil’, ‘Endep’) was compared to pregabalin (‘Lyrica’), duloxetine (‘Cymbalta’) and milnacipran (‘Savella’). It finds amitriptyline compares favourably to them....
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Shop With AmazonSmile This Summer And Help Change Patients Lives
Father’s Day. Graduations. All Summer Needs. Do some “feel-good” shopping and change a rare disease patient’s life today. Go to smile.amazon.com Click “Get started” Once signed in, you will be...
View ArticleA Hug
A hug feels good. Dispels loneliness. Overcomes fears. Builds self-esteem, (wow! they actually want to hug me! Slows down aging. Huggers stay younger longer. Eases tension. Fights insomnia. Keeps arms...
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What is Fibromyalgia and How Does it Affect a Person’s Work?
Sascha Gallardo June 15, 2022 Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness that involves widespread pain or pain that can be felt all over the body. It also causes fatigue, headaches, sleep and digestive...
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Even Grocery Shopping is too hard!
Hi, friends! I recently signed up for Walmart delivery, and it has been a life saver. Not only will they deliver to your door, but anything that has to be shipped gets free delivery. I knew that with...
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Spotlight on our member: JayCS from the Living with Fibromyalgia community
Sascha Gallardo - September 28, 2021 Ben’s Friends communities aim to provide patients, as well as their loved ones and caregivers, a supportive place to connect with others like them. We do our best...
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