So, I am a vegetarian, have been a long time, (and am recently trying to transition into becoming a vegan). So, my rheumatologist presrcibes me lyrica, to treat fibromyalgia. In the meantime, they are doing bloodwork to check for autoimmune problems….anyway, I tell them that the lyrica, is not vegetarian (gelatin). And she says some […]

Fibromyalgia is a nerve disorder that causes extreme pain in the muscles, joints, tendons, and soft tissues. CFIDS stands for Chronic Fatigue Immuno Deficiency Syndrome. This basically depletes my immune system to an unhealthy level and knocks me off my feet for days to weeks at a time. The doctor said its the worse case […]

My Doctor has contacted me regarding the referral to a rheumatologist (sorry for spelling!) but not seeing him till wednesday - not sure about what tests, checks and questions the specialist will ask me - any information would be greatfully recieved

I have been experiencing many symptoms of pain since summer 2006 (widespread chronic pain, soft tissue pain, tenderness, fatigue, weakness, achiness, soreness, trouble sleeping, concentration problems, brain fog migraines, and muscle spasms). I already have cerebral palsy on my left side, and epilepsy. A friend with fibromyalgia suggested that I see a doctor because she […]

I sleep an average of 12 hours and I wake up groggy, but I’m rarely able to go to sleep at a decent time. Then, while I’m awake I’ll sometime get incredible urges to clean, or cook. I have fibromyalgia, which results in the worst pain on some days and poor circulation that causes horrible […]

I’m 22 years old and for the last week, every muscle in my body has been aching. I feel like an old man. I haven’t been working out so the muscle aches are not from that. The most pronounced aches are in my neck, mid-back (shoulder blades), calves and hands. What on earth could be […]

I have fibromyalgia, and so many medicines cause me to suffer from shin splints. I have COPD, I have found out that I can not take steroids. They cause severe shin splints.What other form of medicine is out there, and is there anything that I can do when I get this pain? I can not […]

Hey guys… i have severe chonic pain from a number of issues. I have fibromyalgia that was caused by Lymes Disease that is now neurological because i’ve had it for so long and didnt even know it ( 3+ years). Anyway it was hard because i am only 24 yrs old, and lots of doctors […]

i take BC powders several times a day to help ease my fibromyalgia but sometimes I go overboard. I had a heart attack 9 mo. ago and aspirin is a part of my daily meds, but I take way more than recommended. Can this cause another heart attack? I take about 6 or 7 powders […]

I am 20 obviously and I am dying for some advice on meds that I can try, or things that have helped any of you. I was diagnosed at 16 and since then I still havent found much that helps. I am currently taking about 12 pills ever night, different types of course, and I […]