Adding Weights
July 2, 2008 6:53pm
Well, I'm in pain, but this time I'm happy about it. Unlike the piercing or burning pain that can sometimes come with the fibro, this …
Goal Completed on Jun 27, 08
MUpryncess’s Profile
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About Me
I am a 30 year old female living in St. Louis, Missouri. I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and am doing my best to manage my symptoms. This has been difficult for me since I used to be somewhat of an overacheiver and have to set limits for myself now. I have a very sympathetic ear and try my best to have a positive attitude, although sometimes I really need the same from others.
Interests
I like cats and horses (all animals really), computers, writing, reading, and helping others.
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Recent Activity
Friday
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MUpryncess updated their status 10:35am
Kicking the cold!…
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MUpryncess changed their mood to OK 10:35am
Thursday
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MUpryncess replied to Mare130’s discussion post "No sugar diet cured fibro" in the Fibromyalgia support group 11:12am
HAHA! You know what makes me smile? The spirit within all of you. That fight that we all must have to…
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MUpryncess updated their status 10:52am
Need Sleep... just let me sleep!…
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MUpryncess changed their mood to Bad 10:52am
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Journal
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Got it done
June 27, 2008 10:15am
I got into the gym last night. I only had time to do 20 minutes of elliptical. Today I feel like I need rest. By Friday I am so …
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Journal Entry for June 25, 2008
June 25, 2008 7:34pm
Well, after much good advice from the DS board, I decided to begin with some isometric stretches I got from my Physical Therapit and try at least 10 …
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Journal Entry for June 23, 2008
June 23, 2008 1:19pm
After Wednesday's workout session, I forced myself to work through fatigue and pain on Thursday, only to be in tears by the late afternoon. …
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Know your Limits
June 19, 2008 7:11pm
I have been having a very hard time accepting that my body has limits. When I graduated from college, I wanted to go to law school after …
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Hugbook
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Hi,MUpryncess,when you come home from work do you usally just try and save all your energy for the next day of work?? I hope you get better as time goes on.Take care CFS/Fibro/Ed
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A tiny car drives up and stops. Twenty clowns crawl out and then Happy Hippy steps out, throwing confetti and glitter all over. She hands you a bunch of helium balloons to lift you above your pain today. She also has a big smile and lots of hugs for you too!
I’m With You
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Thank You! I am ok, The doctor said I have a small concution or how ever you spell it ..LOL and he wants me to watch my tummy. I am having pain and do not want to eat.
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tell me about it! I wish all docs could read it too!!
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Goals
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Support Groups
Close Fibromyalgia
Even though I can remember having severe "growing pains" as a kid, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia at age 27. I first noticed it as a debilitating problem in college, when I couldn't get up for my classes on time and had major issues walking across campus. I played sports all my life, mainly soccer. I did cheerleading in high school but by college, sports were just too much for me. I try my hardest to exercise now twice a week at least. I work full time as a paralegal.
Treatments
- Cyclobenzaprine Not Working
- It made me tired and didn't do much to dull the pain. They tried to increase the dosage but it made my fatigue worse.
- Cymbalta Not Working
- This helped me sleep through the nights pain-free, but when I was awake, I didn't feel any relief. Still made me tired. I quit because it made my depression worse to the point of suicidal thoughts.
- Effexor Not Working
- This did nothing for me. It also made my depression worse to the point of suicidal thoughts.
- Guaifenesin Considering
- I read a book outlining this method of treatment, but that is a lot of cough syrup to ingest. I also am trying to get the diet straight before attempting the treatment.
- Heat Working / Worked
- This works along with taking an NSAID (Aleve). I like to alternate heat with ice to reduce the swelling and also loosen muscles.
- Lyrica Somewhat Helpful
- This medicine made my fatigue worse after taking it, but for some reason, I had more energy when working out. It made me so spacy though that I couldn't do my job adequately. The pain was still there even though I was taking 300mg per day! It did loosen my joints and allow my muscles to stretch out more.
- Vitamin B12 Too Soon to Tell
- My doctor noticed that I was B-12 deficient in a blood draw. I am trying to remember to take it every day and I will let you guys know what happens!
Close Healthy Eating
I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and have symptomatic hypoglycemia. I have had to change my diet to include more healthy choices... mainly low in sugars.
Treatments
- Physical Exercise Working / Worked
- Working out twice a week at varying intensities based on my fibro symptoms
- Low Glycemic Index Diet Working / Worked
- It is soooo hard to give up my pasta and breads but I feel much better steering clear of them.
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