http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/-t1.htm Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:00:49 GMT 10 http://illiweb.com/fa/prosilver_magenta/site_logo.gif http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/-t1.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/medication-t105.htm BMGirl As we are all painfully aware (no pun intended) there is no known cure for Fibromyalgia. However there are many types of medication available, but it is generally left with the individuals GP to decide the best course of action. I have listed several of the main medications prescribed at the moment for information - this list is not exhaustive and can be added to at anytime. Please note we take no responsibility as they are meant purely as a guide. It would also be interesting ... Information on fibromyalgia Thu, 05 Jun 2008 19:21:18 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/medication-t105.htm#311 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/medication-t105.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/pain-management-t299.htm BMGirl Pain management involves use of medications or other treatments to help patients reduce or better tolerate pain. It addresses the two major types of pain: Acute pain. Short-term pain often related to recent disease, inflammation, trauma or surgery. Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause joint pain and inflammation (arthritis).Chronic pain. Long-term and persistent pain. Causes include diseases, degenerative conditions, imbalance of the nervous system and incomplete healing ... Information on fibromyalgia Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:00:49 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/pain-management-t299.htm#1494 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/pain-management-t299.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/myofascial-pain-syndrome-mps-t298.htm BMGirl Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is a disorder that can develop in skeletal muscles and the membranes (fascia) that cover them. Patients have specific areas of deep tenderness in the muscles, called trigger points, that may occur as a result of trauma, a repetitive motion injury, prolonged improper posture, or a disease such as arthritis. Migraines are severe headaches often accompanied by vision changes (aura), nausea and/or vomiting.When pressure is applied to these trigger points, it is ... Information on fibromyalgia Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:55:26 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/myofascial-pain-syndrome-mps-t298.htm#1493 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/myofascial-pain-syndrome-mps-t298.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-sleep-t297.htm BMGirl [justify]Fibromyalgia is known for its chronic widespread pain and the localized pain it causes in certain muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. Sleep problems and fatigue are also common. Sleep disorders associated with fibromyalgia include: Restless legs syndrome (RLS). Causes nighttime muscle spasms in the legs. Patients describe it as unpleasant creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling or painful sensations. Periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD). Causes spasms similar to those ... Information on fibromyalgia Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:45:19 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-sleep-t297.htm#1492 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-sleep-t297.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-t296.htm BMGirl Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome are two conditions characterised by their difficulties: difficult to diagnose, treat, deal with and, for some patients, even to prove they exist. Fibromyalgia causes chronic widespread pain and multiple tender areas known as trigger points. Patients also often experience insomnia, fatigue, headaches, memory difficulties, depression and other symptoms. Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is marked by profound, long-lasting fatigue. Patients rest but ... Information on fibromyalgia Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:42:45 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-t296.htm#1491 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-t296.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/rheumatoid-arthritis-t274.htm BMGirl
More to follow - just struggling with my hands today ....]]> Information on fibromyalgia Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:30:46 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/rheumatoid-arthritis-t274.htm#1342 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/rheumatoid-arthritis-t274.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/benefits-information-t93.htm BMGirl
I have a contact from Dept of Works and Pensions and she has been giving me information on the changes to Incapacity Benefit, which I have been including in our support group newsletter. I just wondered if I could also put info on this forum, plus any other relevant information that comes to hand?

What are your thoughts.

Jo x]]> Information on fibromyalgia Wed, 04 Jun 2008 11:39:50 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/benefits-information-t93.htm#253 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/benefits-information-t93.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/what-bugs-you-most-about-having-fms-t134.htm enya OK with me its the lack of energy, I can just cope with the pain and I know lots of you have it more. The need to rest plays the biggest part in my life! Information on fibromyalgia Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:29:53 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/what-bugs-you-most-about-having-fms-t134.htm#444 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/what-bugs-you-most-about-having-fms-t134.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-introduction-t245.htm Terry Chronic fatigue syndrome Introduction Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is long-term tiredness (fatigue) that does not go away with sleep, or rest, and affects everyday life. CFS is also known as ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis). Myalgia is muscle pain, and encephalomyelitis is inflammation of the brain and spinal cord. ME is a commonly used term, although it can be thought to be too specific to cover all the symptoms. CFS is the term that is often used to describe long-term tiredness ... Information on fibromyalgia Sat, 28 Jun 2008 19:18:58 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-introduction-t245.htm#1170 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-introduction-t245.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/multiple-sclerosis-introduction-t244.htm Terry Multiple sclerosis Introduction Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common neurological condition among young adults in the UK, affecting approximately 85,000 people. It is possible for MS to occur at any age, but in most cases symptoms are first seen between the ages of 20 and 40. Women are almost twice as likely to develop MS as men. MS is a condition of the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord), which controls the body's actions and activities, such as movement and ... Information on fibromyalgia Sat, 28 Jun 2008 18:56:57 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/multiple-sclerosis-introduction-t244.htm#1163 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/multiple-sclerosis-introduction-t244.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/nhs-direct-fibromyalgia-introduction-t224.htm Terry Fibromyalgia Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes fatigue, pain in the muscles and ligaments (the bands of tissue that connect bone to bone), and tender areas in certain points of the body. Around 9 out of 10 of those affected by fibromyalgia are women. In most cases, fibromyalgia develops between the ages of 30 and 60, but it can develop in people of any age, including children and the elderly. Around 1 in 100 people develop fibromyalgia at some point in their ... Information on fibromyalgia Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:06:57 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/nhs-direct-fibromyalgia-introduction-t224.htm#1052 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/nhs-direct-fibromyalgia-introduction-t224.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/just-been-diagnosed-with-fibrojust-my-sticking-out-my-tongue-t91.htm Anonymous went to gp today with my nurse to get my condition updated and confirmed and my docs ask me to stick ou t my tongue and then asked me to look in the mirror and do the same. he then showed me a diagram of tongues and then pointed out which was mine it said underneath my symptoms eg leg pain chest pain he even told me what my other symptoms were with out me having to/he agreed i had fibro and also M.E. he said i need alot of blood tests first then he will help me he also a given me some ... Information on fibromyalgia Tue, 03 Jun 2008 17:14:13 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/just-been-diagnosed-with-fibrojust-my-sticking-out-my-tongue-t91.htm#242 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/just-been-diagnosed-with-fibrojust-my-sticking-out-my-tongue-t91.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/managing-housework-when-suffering-chronic-pain-t13.htm Anonymous Cooking dinner. mowing the lawn. mopping the floor. Though they may seem minor, everyday tasks like this can take a toll on your body. And when you suffer from chronic pain and fatigue, running a household can seem like an overwhelming job. The biggest mistake many people make is trying to do everything at once. We all do it, come out of a flare, feel good for a few days and then over do things. Here are a few tips to manage your work load while preventing a major flare. Organize By ... Information on fibromyalgia Sun, 25 May 2008 12:31:05 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/managing-housework-when-suffering-chronic-pain-t13.htm#13 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/managing-housework-when-suffering-chronic-pain-t13.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/links-to-useful-sites-t12.htm Anonymous Lists of fibromyalgia symptoms http://www.sover.net/~devstar/phsympt.htm http://www.fmnetnews.com/basics-criteria.php Fibromyalgia support http://www.fmauk.org/ http://www.fibromyalgia-support.net/index.htm http://www.ukfibromyalgia.com/frames.html Advice on benefits etc http://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/index/getadvice.htm http://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/ NHS Direct http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/articles/article.aspx?articleId=449 Disabled United http://www.disabledunited.com/ Please ... Information on fibromyalgia Sun, 25 May 2008 12:02:47 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/links-to-useful-sites-t12.htm#12 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/links-to-useful-sites-t12.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/intimacy-and-fibromyalgia-t11.htm Anonymous Sexuality plays a profound role in the formation of individual identity, social bonds, and our most intimate relationships. Fibromyalgia and its chronic pain can affect sex and intimacy in a relationship. Decreased libido, altered genital sensation, fatigue/weakness, bladder/bowel dysfunction and painful intercourse may be some causes of sexual dissatisfaction. Physiological, psychological and pharmacologic factors may affect any or all of the four phases of sexual response—desire (libido), ... Information on fibromyalgia Sun, 25 May 2008 12:00:03 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/intimacy-and-fibromyalgia-t11.htm#11 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/intimacy-and-fibromyalgia-t11.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-in-children-t10.htm Anonymous It can be particularly difficult to diagnose fibromyalgia in a child. One reason is thatsymptoms may be overlooked among the many changes that take place, both mentally and physically, as a child is growing up. Also, a child will oftenover-compensate when slowed down by an illness. A young child is unlikely to be able to explain how they feel and questions developed especially for the young may be used by the doctor to discover how badly a child is affected. Teenagers are often easier ... Information on fibromyalgia Sun, 25 May 2008 09:10:53 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-in-children-t10.htm#10 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/fibromyalgia-in-children-t10.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/what-causes-fibromyalgia-t9.htm Anonymous Fibromyalgia often develops after some sort of trauma that seems to act as a trigger, such as a fall or car accident, a viral infection, childbirth, an operation or an emotional event. Sometimes the condition begins without any obvious trigger. The actual cause of fibromyalgia has not yet been found. Over the past several years, however, research has produced some insights into this puzzling condition. For instance, it has been known that most people with fibromyalgia are deprived of ... Information on fibromyalgia Sun, 25 May 2008 09:03:33 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/what-causes-fibromyalgia-t9.htm#9 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/what-causes-fibromyalgia-t9.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/current-treatments-for-fibro-t8.htm Anonymous At the present time treatment for fibromyalgia aims at reducing pain and improving sleep. In other words, some of the symptoms are being treated, rather than the condition itself. Medications most often prescribed for fibromyalgia are tricyclic drugs also used to treat depression although doses for fibromyalgia are much lower than for depression. In some cases these drugs will help both sleep and pain. Over-the-counter medications may help relieve the pain of fibromyalgia but severe pain ... Information on fibromyalgia Sun, 25 May 2008 09:02:39 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/current-treatments-for-fibro-t8.htm#8 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/current-treatments-for-fibro-t8.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/how-to-cope-with-fibromyalgia-t7.htm Anonymous The best way to cope with fibromyalgia is to use a number of techniques that ease the symptoms as much as possible. Relaxation is one technique that works really well for almost everybody with fibromyalgia. It reduces tension in the mind and body right away. The results are calming for all the symptoms, especially for the pain. Relaxation can be learned from books, tapes, videos or special courses. Heat is important. A hot water bottle and hot baths or showers will help reduce pain and ... Information on fibromyalgia Sun, 25 May 2008 09:01:38 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/how-to-cope-with-fibromyalgia-t7.htm#7 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/how-to-cope-with-fibromyalgia-t7.htm http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/so-what-is-fibromyalgia-t6.htm Anonymous Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition of widespread pain and profound fatigue. The pain tends to be felt as diffuse aching or burning, often described as head to toe. It may be worse at some times than at others. It may also change location, usually becoming more severe in parts of the body that are used most. The fatigue ranges from feeling tired, to the exhaustion of a flu-like illness. It may come and go and people can suddenly feel drained of all energy – as if someone just “pulled ... Information on fibromyalgia Sun, 25 May 2008 08:59:35 GMT http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/so-what-is-fibromyalgia-t6.htm#6 http://fibromyalgia-me-ms.heavenforum.com/information-on-fibromyalgia-f11/so-what-is-fibromyalgia-t6.htm