I talk a lot about stress here, because it really is a key contributor to how we feel. When we feel more stress, we hurt more, we are more fatigued, we generally feel worse. But, part of the problem with those of us with Fibromyalgia and other other chronic illnesses is that our stress meter is … [Read more...]
The Many Shades of Hidden Illness
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...]
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...]
Why I’m Quitting Amitriptyline for Fibromyalgia
Why I’m Quitting Amitriptyline for Fibromyalgia guest post by Boni Wagner-Stafford I woke up this morning much sooner than I’d really like. Just ninety minutes after the last time I got up to pee and six hours after getting into bed. I’m best on between eight and nine hours’ sleep each … [Read more...]
Pain and Fatigue Associated with Function and Performance in Fibromyalgia (a study)
While there are literally hundreds of symptoms associated with Fibromyalgia, pain and fatigue are the two primary hallmarks of Fibromyalgia. They are the ones most often used to diagnose Fibromyalgia, and the two most commonly associated with Fibromyalgia in almost any context. Pain and fatigue … [Read more...]
12,000 Canaries Can’t Be Wrong (book review)
Dr. John Molot is a Canadian physician, specializing in Environmental Medicine. As a result he has seen over 12,000 patients suffering from Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS), Fibromyalgia, ME/CFS and other issues that seem to leave patients with more questions than answers. The … [Read more...]
Parenting a Disabled Child When You Have Fibromyalgia
Written by: Sheri Peterson Parenting is hard. Living with four chronic illnesses is really hard. Having two kids, one with a profound disability, and being sick yourself is really difficult sometimes, to say the least. I have two boys ages 15 and 12. My oldest son has spastic quadriplegia … [Read more...]
The Vagus Nerve Hypothesis for Fibromyalgia and CFS
The Vagus Nerve Hypothesis is an interesting look at what might be causing the main symptoms of CFS and Fibromyalgia. The hypothesis states: "While the sensory vagus nerve normally signals the body to rest when it senses a peripheral infection, that fatigue signal is pathologically exaggerated when … [Read more...]
Does Napping Help Fibromyalgia Symptoms?
Many of us with fibromyalgia rely on napping to give us a little extra energy to get through the day. Personally, I'm one of those that can't nap. It's a rare day that I manage to fall asleep during the daytime. I won't say it never happens, but it's not a common occurrence and most of the time when … [Read more...]
The Overlap between IBS and Fibromyalgia
I have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and I wouldn't be surprised at all if you told me that you do as well. IBS and Fibromyalgia often go together, with some reports indicating that as many as 80% of those with Fibromyalgia also have IBS, and the numbers are just as bad if you have CFS (in fact … [Read more...]
