Guest guest Posted August 13, 2002 Report Share Posted August 13, 2002 Hey all - I've been away from the computer for a few days and just wanted to pop in and say hello and comment on a few topics. SWELLING - I swell mostly in my feet, ankles, hands, and wrists when the weather is quite humid. It's quite miserable. I usually take a diuretic or drink a diuretic tea or a cup of coffee. As the swelling is miserable but not too, too bad, this seems to help. CAUSE OF FIBRO - I think getting married triggered mine. ha ha ha. But really, I think it did. I've been taking care of myslef for as long as I remember. My parents weren't much for the " kids will be kids " theory and I was very responsible from a very young age. I also survived alot of physical and sexual abuse as a child (not from my parents.) When I got married, a sort of relief washed over me. My husband is a wonderful person and treats me like a queen. I think my body knew I could finally relax, and so it began letting out all the crap I had held in for so long. SUPPLEMENTS - My acupuncturist recommended a supplement called 5-HTP to help me sleep. Any comments on this? DIET AND OTHER RECCOMENDATIONS - I've been working a 12 step program for a while now and my 2 favorite slogans are " take what you want and leave the rest " and " principles b/f personalities. " For me, it reminds me that even if I don't like someone or agree with them personally, I can still learn from them. Even if I learn what I don't want to do. I love hearing everyone's input. OK, don't want to tire the hands out too much. Take care, --------------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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