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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...]

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Treatment with Memantine for Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: August 19, 2020

Using the Alzheimer's drug Mementine to treat fibromyalgia - does it work?

Memantine for Fibromyalgia Recent studies have been looking at how the drug Mementine, currently used to treat Alzheimer's, may help those with fibromyalgia. Let's take a look at what this drug is, and how it works. Glutamate and Fibromyalgia Things to know: Glutamate is the most … [Read more...]

3 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Medical Studies, Medications Tagged With: brain fog

Symptoms and Signs of Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: August 13, 2018

signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia

While the hallmark symptom or sign of fibromyalgia is chronic widespread body pain, that is not the only symptom of fibromyalgia. Nor does simply saying widespread body pain really express what that means. The same is true with the other standard symptom of fibromyalgia - chronic fatigue. The … [Read more...]

17 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms Tagged With: anxiety, brain fog, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, depression, headaches, ibs, sensitivities, sleep, sweating, urinary issues

Staying Organized with Brain Fog

Last Updated: September 4, 2017

How to stay organized despite brain fog

Staying Organized with Brain Fog guest post by Noelle Janka I lived with varying degrees of brain fog for years and I currently support several clients with it in my life coaching practice. It can be difficult to stay organized when your memory is shot and thinking about your priorities feels like … [Read more...]

1 Comment Filed Under: Coping, Tips and Tricks Tagged With: brain fog, medical records

The Importance of Keeping a Sense of Humor

Last Updated: July 31, 2017

the importance of keeping a sense of humor with chronic illness

The Importance of Keeping a Sense of Humor When You Have Chronic Illness guest post by Crys Baysa of Pleasant Living Through Chronic Illness Keeping A Sense of Humor (And What It Really Is About) You know that scenario where you’re walking along and you run into something? And then you’re so … [Read more...]

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Chronic Illness is Hard Work

Last Updated: March 27, 2017

Chronic Illness is Hard Work Guest post from Lydia at BeingLydia.com I know there are people who don't really know me well enough that believe that I am a lazy, whiny hermit with mental problems. These are people that have been in my life for years, but they just don't get that I have real … [Read more...]

1 Comment Filed Under: Coping, inspiration Tagged With: brain fog, chronic fatigue, chronic illness, chronic pain

Researchers Find Neurological Signature for Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: November 18, 2016

Found: Neurological signature for fibromyalgia

Researchers Find Neurological Signature for Fibromyalgia Wouldn't it be great if there was a way to look at the brains of those of us with Fibromyalgia and see that we are different? Well, it seems (again and again) that there just might be. There have been a few studies now that have shown … [Read more...]

8 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Medical Studies Tagged With: brain fog

The Many Shades of Hidden Illness

Last Updated: November 11, 2016

Hidden Illnesses Explained

I have multiple hidden illnesses as do most of us. It seems much like Lays potato chips you can't have just one. My hidden illnesses include Fibromyalgia, TMJ, migraine, endometriosis, and thyroid disorder and IBS and probably one or two more that aren't coming to me at the moment. Chances are you … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: endometriosis, Fibromyalgia, migraine Tagged With: brain fog, chronic fatigue, chronic illness, chronic pain, depression, invisible illness, lupus

My Favorite Ways to Cope with Fibro Flares

Last Updated: November 7, 2016

My favorite ways to cope with fibro

Fibro life can be a pain sometimes... OK, by definition it's a pain all the time (or at least most of the time). But, most of the time I can deal with it - at least these days.  But, some days are harder than others and I need something to help me deal with the added pain and fatigue of a fibro … [Read more...]

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What’s Your Worst Symptom?

Last Updated: October 24, 2016

What's Your Worst Symptom?

Thinking back to my worst days with Fibro it was often a toss up as to whether the pain was worse or the brain fog. At the time I would have probably said it was the pain, and that I'd rather have the all-encompassing brain fog because at least then I was so out of it I didn't notice the pain as … [Read more...]

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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."

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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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