When did you realize that your symptoms were all due to Fibromyalgia?
In addition to chronic pain throughout my body, I am always tired. Sometimes I am so tired that my husband has to help me up the stairs and into bed.…
What do doctors themselves really think about Fibromyalgia?
Well, that’s a loaded question, isn’t it? You are implying that not believing in a condition’s existence is in some way incorrect. An honest answer effectively requires admission of fault,…
What are aggravating factors for Fibromyalgia Syndrome?
This can be a difficult question to answer because fibromyalgia affects everyone in differing ways; however, there is one overarching thing that makes it worse, not moving. Although it can…
What did you discover and how did you heal yourself of Fibromyalgia?
What I found in 35,000 hours of work going back to 1978 was that lots of things can start FMS, CFS, and other things; injuries, viruses, bacterial infection, and other…
What made you think you needed to see a doctor and be diagnosed with Fibromyalgia?
Yes, I was diagnosed in 2001. In 1999, I suffered a back injury at work. Even though I followed my treating physician’s advice, including physical therapy and home exercises, the…
What would you advise to someone who is young and has Fibromyalgia?
Bless your heart! I would say to you to get a notebook dedicated to writing down everything you eat and how you are feeling every day. Write down your pain…
What are some ways to soothe bad fibromyalgia flare-ups before bed?
I always find it helpful to soak in a hot Epsom salt bath (the calm scent one or relax one), it helps the aching body as the water cools stay…
What makes your fibromyalgia the worst?
My case is not particularly bad compared to many, so I try hard to be grateful it isn't worse. Fibromyalgia evolves with life, usually constantly piling on and adding to…
Who tests for fibromyalgia?
Traditionally, rheumatologists do the testing to find fibromyalgia. That is because originally, nobody knew what fibromyalgia was and they assumed, as it was linked to pain in joints and muscles,…
Fibromyalgia is a Painful Condition that is very Real to the Suffering Patients
The pain of fibromyalgia is real and the patients need help. The most frustrating element for fibromyalgia patients is that some healthcare providers think it is a "fad disease" and…