Fibromyalgia diet changes

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620060 tn?1235515791 Has anyone found any simple diet changes that have helped fibro symptoms? I am having a really bad few days. I need to find something besides more drugs. I feel like a pill popper. I don't want to take this stuff anymore. I know everyone's different, but maybe there are some diet changes that help most. Any suggestions? Thank you!!
Avatar f tn Are there any necessary diet changes that should happen or any vitamins or supplaments that should be considered for someone diagnosed with Hep C?
Avatar f tn I was recently told by someone that works with fibromyalgia patients that a gluten free diet could lessen my symptoms. Just trying to figure out what has or not has gluten has been confusing and a bit discouraging. But I am willing to try it if it works. Has anyone tried it? What were your results?
Avatar f tn There's some food for thought thanks so much! ... I am still awaiting my second lot of blood test results as some abnormalities did show up but funny thing is ... my dad has always claimed that I was wheat & gluten intolerant as a child but somehow it was never enforced enough to take this into adult hood when I left home so I myself have never cut it out of my diet ..
Avatar f tn When ground substance changes from a liquid to a gel, and then changes back into its more solid form, the myofascia tightens, and it is difficult to get it to reverse to a liquid state again without intervention. Edema is also common in FMS and does not respond well to diuretics. As far as your test reports are concerned , high creatinine clearance values can be caused by strenuous exercise, muscle injury (especially crushing injuries), burns, carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothyroidism .
Avatar n tn You should check to see if it's lyme disease, which among other things can cause severe digestive problems. also, i agree with others that this could be a bacteria overgrowth or fungus problem. good for you about changing your diet. i had lyme (although my symptoms weren't digestive) and it inspired me to make drastic changes in my diet. i'm now on a totally raw, vegan, high-fruit diet, similar to the 811/hcrv diet on 30bananasaday.com. good luck!
3191241 tn?1345032381 Deep muscle pain and stiffness in fibromyalgia can prevent you from enjoying sex .Medications used for treating fibromyalgia can decrease sex drive.sex releases natural opiods which decrease pain and improve well being.Sex releases natural opiods which decrease pain and improve well being. It is important to self manage these symptoms with medications, exercise and lifestyle changes. Seeking practical tips from your doctor for boosting your sex life can be helpful.
4861077 tn?1360156139 I have now seen the rheumatologist and have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia can any advise me as to what help I can get as some days these pains can be life limiting am finding it hard to even peel potatoes need advice thanks
Avatar f tn with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. I have a neck injury from prior domestic abuse. I am getting worse. I don't know where to turn next to get help. I am frustrated at 3 hours a day I have to do something and then I have to lay down. Anyone know of any more tests to ask for, any new diagnoses? I am on Cymbalta and Percocet 5 mg. I hurt. I hurt so bad. Sometimes it feels like my bones ache. I would love to look up or try your ideas for something to help.
11297664 tn?1416965547 I spent my entire life believing that. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia at that time. I have continued to have these episodes about twice a year ever since. Believing it was fibro, I didn't bother the docs with it any more. I sit here now with most of the textbook MS symptoms.
Avatar m tn You may want to consider making changes in your diet? I've read and learned first hand that processed sugars and flours are horrible for Fibro patients. There are some great websites out there that have lots of suggestions as to what foods to avoid and what foods to consume. For me personally, the processed sugars and flours seemed to be a trigger for my pain and fatigue. I've recently discovered that artificial sugars and MSG wreak havoc on my body, as well.
Avatar f tn Have you changed your diet at all recently? Been stressed out more than usual? I know how you feel, its so easy to jump the cancer conclusion, but try not to think like that. It's most likely not cancer. Hard, Pellety stool is usually caused by not enough water being drank daily and not enough fiber in the diet. I suggest getting yourself a 20oz water bottle (if you dont already have one) and making sure you fill it up at least 3 times a day. Also try adding some fiber to your diet.
5276842 tn?1365878296 In my late 30s i was so fed up of feeling ill all the time I had food intolerance testing performed and was told I was intolerant to gluten, dairy and eggs, I cut them all from my diet and felt much better but gradually reintroduced them. For a while I was fine but now the symptoms are back and I feel worse than ever.
Avatar n tn I've been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. I've tried all of the meds they are currently prescribing for this. Has anyone tried alternative treatment for this? If so, did it work for you?
Avatar m tn ll never get your doctor admit it) by going on an elimination diet and then adding back foods slowly. Each of us seems to be sensitive to different foods but often it is dairy, gluten, sugar and caffiene. Research like crazy and share with us here and you will get lots of advice, again, some things work for some and other things for others.
Avatar f tn will a special diet help? Is this treatable? Is thhis a precurser to ancer?
Avatar f tn I have had Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Immunodysfunction for 20 years. For me a 60 to 80 mg of Depo-Medrol (steroid) does help. (up to 2 times per year and only when I am REALLY bad.) I've heard that Lyrica is very good for fibro. patients but I personally cannot take it as I get the bad side affects. He also had me do a SLEEP STUDY 2 months ago. I have mild sleep apnea & now use a C-Pap at night which I love.
Avatar n tn is changing my antidepressants so my fibro is a lot worse. Stress, changes in the weather and air conditioning are a big hurt for me. I'm on beta blockers and have noticed no diff in symptoms. Good luck,I know it takes a long time to find answers and I found I usually had to on my own. Thinking of you!
Avatar m tn t feel stressed or have anxiety then you should decide where on your body you get the most pain and see a doctor. you can also change your diet and sleeping habits to see if anything changes.
Avatar f tn I have gestational diabetes and my neck is black from it. I have to test my sugar 4-6 times a day. If I was you I would change my diet to help prevent it. Try to eat less sweets now I'm not saying remove them from your diet completely but don't go overboard because if you do end up having gestational diabetes like me you have a chance to have a large baby. It also ages the placenta my doctor is having me induced at 37 weeks 4 days. I'm currently 31 weeks 5 days.
1033336 tn?1252506131 Following then onwards, I have experince pain trobbing at the back, in between the joint of knees, in between the hip joint, upper and lower both of the legs, at the joints of the arms, in between fingers, at the palm of hands and feet. Am i suffering from fibromyalgia? Do i need to do a full body check-up for diagnosis?
Avatar f tn I have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, all that my doctor tells me to do is Exercise, and it's not working ( I don't really think she knows about Fibromyalgia). I was wondering if you could tell me anything that would help with my fibromyalgia symptoms. Some of my symptoms include: severe fatigue, severe pain and muscle soarness, headache, flu - like feeling all the time.
Avatar m tn Very uncomfortable feeling, worse when I first wake up from sleep, but sometimes also all day long. Am I suffering from what is called fibromyalgia, does hepB cause this disease. I've already read that there are lots of other diseases that are caused by this terrible chronic illness.