the best treatment for fibromyalgia?

Question

I suffer from all the symptoms of this condition. I wish to find out the proper treatment

Answer 1

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Answer 2

There is no best treatment but management. I was diagnosed 13 years ago and deal every day and will say this to you; blood work does not detect fibromyalgia. Fibro is encased and directly related to the immune system. Fibro sufferers t-cell formations are more erratic that normal. Anyone who has fibro will say the same thing; it just hurts all over- there is no cure and contrary to popular belief, there is no "instant" relief. Be aware of what you read on the web regarding false promises; Guaifenesin does help alot with the swelling, unfortunately the FDA doesn't support the claim. Drink plenty of water if you plan on using it as it can cause problems with the liver. As for the "burning" pain, believe it or not, I have used liquid tylenol and it works. It is available at your local walmart and is safe; just be sure to take care of the dosage and drink water. If you take a full cup as prescribed, it will last for 6 hours. If you plan on going to sleep around 11pm-midnight, take it around 8 so that it will kick in, it doesn't take long-for my body it's about 10-15 minutes. I wish you all the best.

Answer 3

unfortunately every case is somewhat individual and unique. treatments are based on the serverity of the case, and on the individual sufferer.

because the symptoms and effects of fibro are so varied, the treatments for it are equally varied. you should consult your GP first, and ask to be referred on to a specialist if your case is especially bad. (as far as i know, in the uk and ireland there aren't any consultants who specialise soley in fibromyalgia, but i think rheumatologists are the closest)

there are several books available on fibromyalgia (not all of them good), and some websites.

http://www.uask.co.uk/fibro.htm

http://www.fmaware.org/

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fibromyalgia/DS00079

http://www.myalgia.com/

http://www.niams.nih.gov/hi/topics/fibromyalgia/fibrofs.htm


its important to note that very little is still known about the condition, and it is very difficult to diagnose. also, just because someone has some or all of the symptoms, this does not mean that they have the condition. the diagnosis is made by experienced doctors (and sometimes missed, or misdiagnosed by less experienced doctors) and it is not easily diagnosed.

the best way to find out how to treat your own particular case, is to consult the best doctors that you can, by reading the best books, and by learning from your own case. just because a treatment works for one sufferer, does not mean it will have a positive effect on another.

also, fibromyalgia cannot be diagnosed through blood tests. it does not show up through standard testing methods used for other conditions like arthritis or polymyalgia for example. it might share some similar symptoms, but it is quite different.

Answer 4

I was diagnosed with this condition when i was fifteen 18 months after i had the 1st symptoms. I was by this time very distressed and angry as a large number of doctors had stopped believing there was anything wrong and i was referred to a family physciatrist. I wnventually saw an orthpediac specialist who put it down to irregular sleeping patterns.

What i am trying to say is there does not seem to be one particular treatment. but I have not ' sufffered' with it for 9 years now. Occasionaly i stil get pains but i have found the following very useful. But you have to believe they will work and you have to find something that works for you.

I found exercising my chest area - where i was affected most - through gentle swimming and streching excercises. I found sharing deep rooted problems relieved physical stres on my body. I found changing the things in my life that upset or worried me the most relieved some of the pressure.

I found this quote which may help you

the extent to which patients succumb to the various effects of pain and fatigue are dependent upon numerous factors, in particular their psycho-social support, financial status, childhood experiences, sense of humour and determination to push on.

All of these factors have affected me and when ay one of these problems become critical today i become affected by the condition.

I could talk to you about this all day but i know what helped and still helps me is that I can cope with this because it is a condition not an illness and it will not affect my life - i will not succumb to it - mimd over matter if you like.

You may find it strange that i was affected worse in one area but over the past 10 years i have been affected in every way that is known and until i saw the right informed doctors it was not explained to me why.

Answer 5

HI Fibromyalgia is a relatively new condition to the medical world.
It basically means your muscle and connective tissue stiffens. Your connective tissue is made up of a fibrous and elastic elements. With fibromyalgia you lose elastic elements.

Myofascial release which is a sports massage technique is a great treatment process. see www.myofascialrelease.co.uk

or search for sports massage in your are. If its the south of London look up Richard Tyler

Answer 6

I have it , with remissions and exacerbations and I find aerobic exercise, such as walking and swimming best for it. you need to do them regularly. make an exercise plan for yourself. Heat can help with the pain. There are also dietary factors to consider. It depends what symptoms you suffer from most. Treat the symptoms. sleep disorder can be helped by both exercise and eating something like a little bread and jam or rice cakes with jam shortly before you go to bed, as this helps release the hormone serotonin, which helps give a peaceful sleep.

Answer 7

Like all the others that have already answered. You have to be diagnosed by a rhuematologist for it to be considered FMS. A great website that I use is www.fibrohugs.com. Everyone is different when it comes to treatment. REMEMBER!! see a doctor for any medical concerns, don't just go by your research and what you think that you have; going by symptoms, etc.

Answer 8

My mother is diagnosed with Polymyalgia which is very like Fibro. and her Dr has prescribed steroids. She was given a fairly high dosage to start with and now she is gradually reducing them over months with strict help from the GP. Her pain relief was instant... and I mean instant ... after only 2 or 3 pills. Ask your GP for a blood test and this will diagnose whether you have poly or fibro and the Dr will hopefully give steroids.

Answer 9

Consult your doctor. Such a catch-all cure you're hoping for doesn't exist.

Answer 10

my mate suffers from that. he`s on medication for it and now he has accupuncture and he said it really helps