Guest guest Posted August 7, 2002 Report Share Posted August 7, 2002 Age range: late 40's Male/female: female What are the symptoms? Chronic aches, depression, " Fibrofog " or fuzziness in the head, inability to think clearly, extreme fatigue (none of these are constant) Has you illness been diagnosed? Yes How long did you suffer before you got help? About 6 or 7 years. I diagnosed myself and then it was officially diagnosed years later by a physician. Is there a time that you can remember when it started? In the mid 1980's. I was in my 30's and it began with chronic tendonitis, followed by different aches and pains. Some of us have found lack of exercise we are overweight. Have you found this to be a problem also? Yes, I am about 30 lb. overweight. Are you on disability? No. I work full time. If you are any pointers for others trying to get on disability? What have you found that helps ease the pain, warm baths, medications etc.? Meditation, massage, exercise, positive attitude and not giving in to it. I refuse to let it take my life away. I love my job and will not stop working. Do you have sleep problems? How do you deal with it? I sometimes have trouble with waking in the middle of the night and not being able to get back to sleep. I try, but if I can't sleep, I get up and read or something until I can. Do you have family that understands your illness? Sort of, but not really. Some have found certain foods causes problems with CFS or Fibro, have you? I am sensitive to dairy products and wheat products. What type of Doctor have you found that has helped you the most? None. I have done everything on my own. Occasional PT helps, though for major pain like spinal pain. Van De Velde Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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