Guest guest Posted February 5, 2005 Report Share Posted February 5, 2005 I would bet you only have CMT and not fibro but I am not a doctor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 7, 2005 Report Share Posted February 7, 2005 , I am positive I have fibro as my rheumatologist gave me a " tender points " test in which I tested positive for all 11 areas that were tested. Because of this and my medical history, the diagnosis seems sound. After working dilligently to find the right mix of medications, I have responded fairly well after about a year of trial and error. The lack of good quality sleep is responsible for Fibro's symptoms as it does not allow your body to rejuvinate adequately, therefore causing more pain etc. As for the CMT, I know very little about. I just know that I need to learn more. Thanks for your comment. Do you have any other diagnosis? Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 7, 2005 Report Share Posted February 7, 2005 Pam, I understand having Fibro and CMT. The body doesn't get the sleep it needs. I wear out so quick when doing anything. I feel awful laying down to get some rest. I was always an active person, now that is all gone. Going for my disability Feb. 17th. Hope to win this time. Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 7, 2005 Report Share Posted February 7, 2005 Hi , I have a friend whom has fibro. There are many similarities without proper testing how would one tell the difference? Thanks Heidi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 7, 2005 Report Share Posted February 7, 2005 I don't think you can tell the difference. I would much rather have fibro. They said my sister had fibro. Every time she said something hurt it was the fibro. Then finally a doctor listened to her and did a blood test. She had hepatitis. So it wasn't fibro after all. A few months ago I was having lunch with a friend that had trouble standing after we had been sitting down for a while. Someone else at the table said oh that's your fibro acting up. I was thinking try having CMT. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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