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Posts discussing various symptoms related to Fibromyalgia, or just symptoms I may be experiencing.

What’s It Like to Live with Fibro Fog?

Last Updated: March 30, 2021

What's it like to live in the fibro fog?

Fibro Fog is  otherwise known as "mental fog" or "brain fog" since it is not confined strictly to Fibromyalgia. It is common to almost every chronic condition. It comes in a variety of forms, but the key symptom is that your memory isn't working like it should, and your focus and attention are … [Read more...]

7 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms Tagged With: brain fog, memory issues

An extra Brain Boost to improve focus

Last Updated: January 25, 2021

Brain Boost to improve focus

  One of the issues with fibromyalgia is that even when you have it under control, the smallest thing can knock you back onto the struggle bus. That's what happened with me this winter. I went from feeling great to fighting stomach issues that stole my energy and focus.  Last fall … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Symptoms, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: brain fog, focus

The Chronic Pain Scale: Communicating Your Chronic Pain

Last Updated: November 5, 2020

Chronic Pain and the Pain Scale

The Pain Scale and Chronic Pain This is the pain scale they have on the wall in the rooms at the hospital. This is a terrible pain scale on so many levels! But, for someone in chronic pain it's pretty much useless. The faces that go with it are just, well, humorous. 0 - No Hurt - A person … [Read more...]

4 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms, Treatment Tagged With: chronic fatigue, chronic illness, chronic pain, communication, dealing with doctors

Could food sensitivities be making your Fibromyalgia symptoms worse?

Last Updated: October 30, 2020

could food sensitivities be making your fibromyalgia symptoms worse?

Back in 2012, after spending two years feeling so awful I barely got off the couch/bed except for doctor appointments, I finally reached the point where I was willing to try anything - even completely changing my diet. During the previous two years I’d had many people suggest food sensitivities as a … [Read more...]

1 Comment Filed Under: Diet and Nutrition, Fibromyalgia, Symptoms Tagged With: chronic fatigue, chronic pain, dairy-free, food sensitivities, gluten, ibs, Whole30

High Altitude and Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: August 12, 2020

High altitude and fibromyalgia

Could high altitude increase symptoms of fibromyalgia? Our journey across the country in our RV has brought us back to Colorado. I've been here a few times in the past to visit family and once again I'm reminded that this may not be the best place for me.  Our first stop has us near Denver … [Read more...]

27 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms Tagged With: altitude, chronic fatigue, chronic pain

Celiac is not the only reason people react to wheat

Last Updated: July 30, 2020

Celiac is not the only reason people react to wheat

There has been so much back and forth in the media and even among researchers in the last few years regarding whether or not those of us without celiac disease or a identified wheat allergy can actually react to wheat, with some claiming it's all in our heads. Gluten is the protein that makes up … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Conditions, Diet and Nutrition, Gluten-Free, Symptoms Tagged With: food sensitivities, gluten, ibs

How do we Communicate Pain?

Last Updated: June 23, 2020

How we communicate pain without words

  While taking Nonverbal Communications, our first assignment was to review a scholarly article. Upon reading through our list of choices one caught my eye right away. The title: "How Do We Communicate Pain? A systematic Analysis of the Semantic Contribution of Co-Speech Gestures in … [Read more...]

3 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Medical Studies, Symptoms, Treatment Tagged With: chronic pain, communication

8 Natural Treatments for Insomnia

Last Updated: June 23, 2020

Insomnia is one of the primary issues with many chronic illnesses, including fibromyalgia. I’ve lived with insomnia for most of the last decade and at time it’s felt like I’ve tried everything. Some studies show that sleep issues may be a cause as much as a symptom, when it comes to … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Symptoms, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, insomnia, sleep, sleep aids

Myofascial Pain and Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: July 8, 2019

Myofascial pain syndrome and fibromyalgia

Myofascial pain feels a lot like muscle pain, chances are you may not be able to tell the difference. But, there is a difference. Myofascial pain isn't caused by tight muscles, but rather by tight fascia. Fascia is the layer of tissue just underneath the skin, between the skin and the … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms, Treatment Tagged With: chronic pain, myofascial pain, myofascial release therapy

What You Need to Know About Fibro Flares

Last Updated: June 24, 2019

The Ultimate Guide to Fibro Flares

A fibro flare is a flare of symptoms that can occur at any time and can last for any duration. You may wake up feeling just fine but at mid-day suddenly feel as if you've been hit by a freight train. That feeling may last until you get a good night's sleep or it may continue for days or weeks. A … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms Tagged With: flares

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About Julie

Spoonie. Fibro Warrior. E-health advocate.

Julie Ryan was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2010 and endometriosis in 2012. She's lived with chronic migraine most of her life. In 2019 she was diagnosed with inter-cranial hypertension.

Julie has a degree in Psychology, and works as a freelance writer and marketer. Freelance work allows her to work when she can and not be tied to a desk or a schedule. Julie believes in living an inspired life despite chronic illness.

"I have chronic illness, it doesn't have me."

More about Julie

Blog title inspired by The Spoon Theory, by Christine Miserandino, an excellent explanation of what it's like to live with invisible illness. Read More…

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I am not a doctor. I do not claim to be a doctor. I do not play a doctor on TV or the internet. I simply share my experiences and what has worked for me. We are all different and before you try any new treatment, exercise, supplement, etc you should talk with your doctor (the real one, not the one on TV).

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