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try2basunbeam

I had two car accidents within 4 years of each other, three hand surgeries-at least (not carpal tunnel-people always ask) I was recently diagnosed as having fibro. I have pain a lot. Head to toe. I have weird dizzy spells where I feel the ground move and I have to grab something because I feel like I am going to fall. I lately have been having off memory type problems. Like the other day, I put on my coat, thought it wasn't mine, took it off, looking at it, still not sure it was mine, put it back on, decided it couldn't be mine because it didn't feel right, took it off, and finally convinced myself it was mine. I've owned the coat for at least two years. Weird. Scary.

I don't want to be sick anymore. I am tired of being tired.

Anyway, I own 2 businesses, a cabinet shop where my husband builds the stuff and I just do ordering and paperwork. (I used to actually do the finishing there, but because of all the health issues, he had to hire someone to replace me) and I also do calligraphy--the swirly stuff like on wedding envelopes. I am also a devout Christian. I also homeschool my two kids, ds 13 and dd 17.

I bought a Body Media Link, which I love. I've only had it a few days, but love to see when I did more than just sit around.

I am determined to get healthy. I have cut out a lot of bad foods and try to eat mostly GF. I am afraid of exercise, but I know I need to get on it.

I don't want to sound too whiny, but my other "friends" on here didn't answer my posts which doesn't do much for encouragement. I mean, I was on here faithfully a few years back, but got side-tracked by life. When I came back and posted my intentions to faithfully work on losing my excess, no one responded to my post. Great way to start back, right? So, I am searching a new place to find encouragement and accountability.

What do I do now?
I'm going to go walk on the treadmill for a bit...

MeRoHa

Fibromyalgia can sometimes make you feel you are losing your mind. I have found that my worst memory problems occur when my pain level is high. I have found some nutritional supplements that were recommended by Dr. Oz and other physicians for chronic pain and fibromyalgia. They definitely help, but do not eliminate the condition.

If you need a pal on this site that understands what it is like to live with this condition feel free to send a friend request. My worst fear is having a memory lapse while driving and ending up lost somewhere.
Since I have been sticking to better nutrition my symptoms have been milder.

TXBelle1174

I am new here too and trying to deal with the pain and other fun that FM has to offer.

I think the worst is the pain (obviously) and the fatigue. I KNOW that exercise will make me feel better in the long run but sometimes pushing past the pain to do it is just too much. I do however, ride my horses whenever I get the chance. When I am in the saddle, the pain, fatigue, etc. goes away or at least it goes away long enough for me to enjoy the ride. I want to be a better rider. I want to make a mark in western dressage arena and I can't do that if I am too fat, too tired, and in too much pain to ride.

Anyway, feel free to add me as well if you would like. I log in every day, even if I don't log my food.

I am going to try GF/Paleo if I can ever get around to cleaning out the pantry.

Good luck in your endeavors!

try2basunbeam

I had it happen while I was driving! Thank God my kids were with me. I was two blocks from my house yet completely lost. So freaky.
Some days my pain is tolerable and then other days it is awful. With the two herniated discs, I have pain that shoots down my legs. Not a fibro thing so it makes exercise even more of a challenge for me. I don't want to have pity parties, though. I want to get healthy! I've had fibro for so long and dealt with it, so my new diagnosis is not an excuse to get all "oh, woe is me"!

aegira

Hi :flowerforyou:

I have pain every day due to Aggressive Erosive Arthritis, each day has varying shades of ouch
I've been diagnosed as Gluten Intolerant and so I had to make major food and other changes including shampoos, make up etc.
Unfortunately as this thing has lessoned my ability to hold things like dumbbells, I'm trying to find alternatives. I recently bought a Total Gym and it seems to be easier on the joints...weee I'm gliding :laugh: Some days I can't hold the hand grips so I just work out the belly and legs.
I got really cranky with myself a few months ago for putting on a few kilos (4) because of some really bad days, but after allowing myself a little pity party I'm now back on track and looking forward to being healthier.
I know we have our challenges but I believe it makes us more determined, good luck to everyone and I wish you pain free days :drinker: