Fibro is bad: I’ve had fibromyalgia... - Fibromyalgia Acti...

Fibromyalgia Action UK

59,987 members67,154 posts

Fibro is bad

Whitbyjet profile image
18 Replies

I’ve had fibromyalgia since 2009 when I had a triple aaa dissection since this happened to me I’ve had no end of issues. Now I had a knee replacement and since this I’ve been in constant pain day and night for two years. These last few days have been so bad I don’t know how to cope anymore

Please any idea what I can do because I cannot physically go on like this

Written by
Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
Read more about...
18 Replies
Bananas5 profile image
Bananas5

Sorry to ask but have you been diagnosed with fibro or could you have CRPD?

x

Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet in reply toBananas5

What is crpd was diagnosed in 2009 with fibro and that’s all I’ve had diagnosed so far

Bananas5 profile image
Bananas5 in reply toWhitbyjet

Sorry should have typed CRPS.....

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic (lasting greater than six months) pain condition that most often affects one limb (arm, leg, hand, or foot) usually after an injury. CRPS is believed to be caused by damage to, or malfunction of, the peripheral and central nervous systems.

It can affect your whole body and is probably the worse of all pain possible

x

Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet in reply toBananas5

Your not kidding me this pain is way out of control right now and I’m not coping very well and pain relief isn’t touching it

Bananas5 profile image
Bananas5 in reply toWhitbyjet

Worth telling your GP and get a referral to pain clinic. Long waiting list but worth going.

x

Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet in reply toBananas5

I recently went to pain clinic and they basically told me that there was nothing else they can do

Bananas5 profile image
Bananas5 in reply toWhitbyjet

Did you see them about fibro?

Didn't they review your drugs? Offer any alternative therapy? Or have any suggestions at all?

x

Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet in reply toBananas5

No they didn’t offer anything different said keep doing what your doing

Because I’m on zomorph there’s nothing else there willing to try

Bananas5 profile image
Bananas5 in reply toWhitbyjet

Still tryin here!

Have you learned about pacing?

Secondly it has been well researched that stronger meds and higher doses don't relieve pain.

They were 'invented' for end of life pain relief for cancer patients then stolen if you like for chronic pain sufferers. Yes they do help short term but nothing more.

You have to try other methods...swimming, pacing, physio, acupuncture...none will work on their own but together there will be some reduction in your pain levels.

There is no magic answer. Some people have found mindfulness works. Others massage or heat pads.

x

Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet in reply toBananas5

Thank you for all your positive ideas il try something.

My gp says they can’t give me anything else while on zomorph and we’d need to get you off them slowly so in all honesty I’m going to be stuffed with or without them at the moment it just doesn’t seem fair

Bananas5 profile image
Bananas5 in reply toWhitbyjet

Take in a couple of episodes of Jeremy Kyle...good distraction when you come off meds!!

Always here if you need support. Been through it with my David.

x

Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet in reply toBananas5

Thank you for your support

Are you under the care of a rheumatologist?? Maybe ask your orthopod who did your knee work to refer you over, they can do it quicker, than getting one via your g.p.

YASMINTINA profile image
YASMINTINAFMA UK Volunteer

healthunlocked.com/fibromya..., hi there I can see you have had some useful replies back from members, if you would like to lock your posts I’ve posted a link that will help. Differently I agree to go back to your gp and push for the right help , just getting the right pain meds that at least will lower the pain would be something, take care x

Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet in reply toYASMINTINA

I take zomorph there the strongest pain killers so won’t try anything else

YASMINTINA profile image
YASMINTINAFMA UK Volunteer in reply toWhitbyjet

They are strong painkillers and your in so much discomfort, I’m sorry to read this isn’t touching you, I don’t know much about zomorph but do you feel they could try something else for you ??might be worth a try seeing a different gp , I was lucky enough in the end to see a different one, previous really didn’t even click it was Fibro He was pretty clueless yet this different gp at the same surgery was brilliant with my care so wish I had seen him before .

Whitbyjet profile image
Whitbyjet in reply toYASMINTINA

I really wish someone would give me something different to try because like I said don’t know how much more of this I can take

VintageMustard profile image
VintageMustard

Hello, I don’t know anything about zomorph, but ask about Tapentadol/Palexia. Are you able to see an acupuncturist?

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

is this fibro?! Please help!

Hi everyone. I’ve ended up here in my 4 month search to try and find out what is wrong with me. I...

fibro fog tips?

I’ve been doing alright lately, exercising well, going therapy, eating well, but I’ve noticed this...
Cassi0 profile image

Is this fibro?

Hi everyone, i am currently undiagnosed with fibro or any arthritas but i am in past 4/5 years...
Cookie16 profile image

is this fibro ?

since 4 weeks im unwell . it started off with just me lying on the bed and rushing to A&e at...
annsannie profile image

medication for fibro

I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in October 2022. I’ve had numerous different meds - at the...
whatsername11 profile image

Moderation team

See all
Hazel_Angelstar profile image
Hazel_AngelstarAdministrator
Lynda_FMA_UK profile image
Lynda_FMA_UKModerator
Sarah_fmauk profile image
Sarah_fmaukModerator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.