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[Cornishartist]

Hi everyone I’m new to this app. I’ve had fibromyalgia for 11 yrs now. I joined this site to see what support others are getting with living with this health condition. There doesn’t seem to be much help out there.

[Dizzytwo Moderator]

Hi there, let me be the first to welcome you to our very friendly group I have had Fibro for 35 years. I know many think there is not much help for fibro. But compared to back in the day there is a great deal than there was. Unfortunately what's on offer doesn't work for everyone has I'm sure you know.

You may like to take a look at our main site it is packed with information you may find helpful.

fmauk.org.

I see you have left your post unlocked to this community only. Most members prefer to reply to locked posts. If you wish to lock yours this link will show you how.

healthunlocked.com/fibromya...

Please feel welcomed and I hope you have a very pleasant evening

Momo

[honeybug]

Hi Cornishartist 😊🌿🌸🦋

What art do you do? I’m an all media artist. I live watercolors and acrylics.

Welcome to the forum. Great people on here. Lots of understanding and empathy. Can make wonderful friends too.

Sorry you’re suffering with FM.

I’m across the pond. I’ve had CFS/severe FM for 41+ years wasn’t diagnosed until 1992. Originally on Celebrex and Flexeril which worked wonders for me. My original Primary Doctor attacked me so I fired him. His partner gladly took my case but immediately stopped my wonder medications and I’ve spiraled downhill ever since. Currently only taking Gabapentin for my Neuropathies but it helps make my FM/CFS more tolerable.

So many members here can give you their experiences with different meds. It’s a trial and error scenario with every FM patient because this condition affects us all differently.

I pray that you will get the relief you seek and the support that you and all FM patients deserve.

Take care and abundant blessings.

EvaJo 😊🌿🌸🦋🙏🤗💗😘😇🕊

[YASMINTINA FMA UK Volunteer]

Morning and welcome, I can see our lovely dizzytwo has already posted some helpful links to you, I found the forum a really helpful place to chat and find out information. What kind of artist are you ?? I wish I could draw I have the skills of a 5 year old but I suppose we all have a hidden talent somewhere, I have been diagnosed 2 years but suspect the Fibro has been going on a lot longer. Hope to see you posting soon take care .

[Mags69]

Hi Cornish artist, welcome, I'm new here too. Are you on any medications? I stopped Amitriptyline and then Gabapentin after a short while as they didn't help with the pain, so now take natural remedies and try and manage. My doctor prescribed Duloxetime last week but the side effects have scared me so I haven't taken them.😮Good luck, x🐦