I have had CFS for three years and it is very hard to cope with now my doctor is sending me to see someone else, He thinks it is turned into Fibromyalgia. If anyone can just talk or help please let me know.
Well, I have a friend that has fibromyalgia...I could listen to your "concerns" and see if they are the same as hers. I am an LPN, but not up to date on the whole fibromyalgia issue. I LOVE to listen though.
Take care
Mandy :-)
I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia earlier this year. I am now following the guaifenesin protocol by Dr. St.Amand. I don't know if it has any effect on CFS, but if you do indeed have FMS, you might consider it. (I was diagnosed by Dr. Jeffery in Muncie - I recommend her). The protocol has not been a cure-all for me, but I have notice modest improvement and will continue to take it in the hope that I'll keep getting better. Check out: http://www.fibromyalgiatreatment.com/
E.,
My heart and prayers go out to you for these ailments. I am a survivor of FM. I was healed of this dreaded disease approximately 10 yrs ago. I completely cleaned out my system, using detox tea, of all the pharmicuticals that the doctors made me a guinea pig with, which caused further health related issues. I started taking a multipule vitamen and more importantly an enzyme called CO-Q10, which you can find at Walmart Stores. I also read a book called Curing Fibromyalgia and other Related Arthritic Disorders by a doctor whose last name is Elrod. Very good information to help you out. Co-Q10 helped save my life in addition to being healed by the Lord. My CFS went away, and now this many years later I am still very active and able to work fulltime and keep a very busy schedule with my daughter age 16. Both my children were toddlers when I was given my diagnosis. I am now happier and healthier than before I was given that diagnosis. Check out Q-10, its a natural enzyme that can be taken with any pharmas or OTC's does not interfere at all. It will help. And I hope this has helped you. God bless!
J. P.
My step-father has fibromyalgia. I know that it has taken over his entire musclar system to the point where he can't drive more than 10 minutes without switching positions. He is also an herbalist and uses a variety of herbs to attempt to cure himself. This has taken over his entire life. He gets Social Security Disabilty and doesn't get to spend a lot of time with my little brother (his son) anymore.
My only advice is do as much as you can. My step-father has began to become a hermit and doesn't go out, socialize, or do any of his old activities. I think this is the main reason why the disease has gotten worse. Also if you'd like more info. on herbal methods of treatment, I am sure there are some websites that might assist.
Hope this helps and I am here if you need to talk.
how do tell the difference between CFS & just being tired? what causes CFS?
Dear E.-
I would love to know more about this CFS! I have had problems sleeping all my mommy career. I know sounds like little ones, but it is me! I lay down and just don't sleep. I go days without sleep! As a child they diagnosed me with Fibromyalgia. As an adult the doctors said maybe mild! But I am wondering what is CFS, what are its symptoms and signs? I will be praying for you and please feel free to chat anytime!
In My Prayers,
Deb
