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Q: dealing with Fibromyalgia

asked by: angel_in_disguise on March 5th, 2008

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i have been on almost every single different support group there is and i am desperate to know this answer to this question. but first let me tell you abot myself. im 19yrs old female and i got to a major univerisity in my state (MS). i have been dealing with FM since i was 13, and CFS for years but it only got worse as i got older. i have most of the syptoms of Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. im dealing with some form a sleeping disorder im thinking its insomnia. Im going to school to become a neuro-radiologist and reseacher for fibromyalgia.
My question is how can go through college and deal with the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Its very hard becuz most days i cannot get up and otherz i cannot sleep. Some weeks i only get 4hrs a sleep and otherz i just crash. i have tried almost everything and have seen hundreds of doctors. What can i do so i make it in college with Fibromyalgia, CFS, and everything else. Somebody plz help me!!!!!! Crying or Very sad

Replies(6)

MandMs

replied on March 5th, 2008

Extremely eHealthy

What was the onset of the FM like?
Did it hit quick and hard or come on slowly?
What kind of medicines you take?

TMJWorld

replied on March 6th, 2008

Extremely eHealthy

I think that you can do this. It wont be easy of course but then again, dealing with this and doing things like you are never is. getting out of bed in the morning is hard enough as it is most of the time. I think that you have to be very determined. ask your doctor to test you for sleep disorders and see if they can help you wiht that at all. You have to push through it all. I think that what you are trying to do is very admirable and i wish you all the best.

if you ever need me just hollar:)

Getreal

replied on August 25th, 2009

New User

I was able to take a 1/4 of a flexeril(a muscle relaxer) around 6 pm and by 9 or 10 I was able to fall asleep and wake up refreshed. Most people with fibro do not get into the deep REM sleep. That's why we can sleep all night and the entire next day. Avoid caffeine, take hot baths. I know it is very hard to do anything with Fibro. It controls your life. I hope you make it through. I had to give up a 2 year grant for Physical Therapist Assistant due to my fibro. I was able to return to work. I still struggle daily.

DearPrudence

replied on September 16th, 2009

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Sometimes I don't know it I'll make it through college either

As terrible as it is, It's so reassuring to hear that there are other college students out there going through what I'm going through. I'm a freshman if my very first month of college, and I was finally diagnosed with fibromyalgia. It's impossible to get homework done or be alert in classes or take quizzes and tests without the symptoms getting in the way. And what's worse is that the stress of college life makes the symptoms worse, so it's just a cycle we're trapped in.

I know people say to avoid caffeine, but coffee is what gets me through the day, and I've found that avoiding it doesn't make me sleep any better. I've starting Lyrica, and I'm trying to stay on a very low dose and suppliment it with routines and yoga, which all seem to be helping.

Anyway, I just want to say that I sympathize and would also appreciate any advice.

zigemyster

replied on September 16th, 2009

Moderator

Cutting out all processed foods, cow's dairy products and eat more raw fruit and vegetables can ease / rid fibromyalgia pain.

I was in dire pain for 8 long years...until I tried an anti-inflammatory diet. (Fibro is inflammation)...pain level went from 10 to a 0 in less than 30 days and I lost 8 pounds. Now if I eat foods that are a no-no, my body will react within a couple of days. So before I eat the forbidden food...will this be worth the pain?

I tried many prescriptions and the side effects putting my liver through hell...not worth it. Changed my eating habits...best natural medicine one can seek.

sashyaD

replied on September 28th, 2009

New User

Hi!
I understand what you are going through. It's not an easy task but I really admire you because you seems very determined to finish school despite what you have. I know someone who doesn't have any dissabiltiy or problems whatsoever but he doesn't do anything. It's a REAL Disappointment! SO Don't give up it'll make you stronger everyday, and if its of any help just make sure that you:
AVOID STRESS
WATCH WHAT YOU EAT.
EXERCISE
GET GOOD SLEEP- try to avoid caffeine though.
Oh! have a good massage too.
hope this could help..

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