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Hi. I've read that warm, dry locations are better for those with fibromyalgia than cold locations. I know that, in my very cold area, my muscles tighten up when I'm out in the cold, and that doesn't help the fibro.
Has anyone moved to a warmer climate because of fibro? Has it helped?
unsure about warm climates-yet, because we live in a rainy and cold area just now. But are moving soon so we'll see if that helps.
Have you tried the new med for Fibromyalgia called Lyrica? It is a wonder med as far as i'm concerned.
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Hi. I've read that warm, dry locations are better for those with fibromyalgia than cold locations. I know that, in my very cold area, my muscles tighten up when I'm out in the cold, and that doesn't help the fibro.
Has anyone moved to a warmer climate because of fibro? Has it helped?
Have you tried the new med for Fibromyalgia called Lyrica? It is a wonder med as far as i'm concerned.
No, I don't take any prescription pain meds. I only take Tylenol or ibuprofen when the pain gets super bad. I've been in a lot of pain lately, but I'm trying not to take the meds too often. Too much Tylenol or ibuprofen isn't good for people. I'm already on three prescriptions for other health issues. I've heard there can be side effects of Lyrica. I'm glad it's working for you.
I'm sure the side effects are there, for some; but seriously the person(it's not me) who takes it only has a feeling of Euphoria and seems to talk more now. But they say that's only because they feel better. Most people I've talked to who now take it say it's made a HUGE difference in their lives.
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No, I don't take any prescription pain meds. I only take Tylenol or ibuprofen when the pain gets super bad. I've been in a lot of pain lately, but I'm trying not to take the meds too often. Too much Tylenol or ibuprofen isn't good for people. I'm already on three prescriptions for other health issues. I've heard there can be side effects of Lyrica. I'm glad it's working for you.
My wife has suffered with fibromyalgia for too many years. We lived in OC, California, which is relatively hot and dry, and moved to the Hi Desert three yerars ago, where it is REALLY hot and dry. If this climate is helping, I would hate to have her live anywhere else, because it sucks here, as far as her condition. We'd love to have you move here, but not so sure it would help much...!
As far as Lyrica, I haven't heard of it, is it perscription? As you must know, most DR's don't believe in FB....
I too have Fibro. I don't take anything unless it's really bad (the sleep difficulties are the worst for me but I've always been a hyper person so I just suck it up) - docs. have suggested Lyrica but I don't want to take any meds. unless absolutely necessary. I do find that I feel better when it's warmer and drier though.
My current med. of choice is have a couple beers before I go to bed, I'm sure my liver/kidneys, etc. will pay for it, but at least I get a little sleep.
I have a friend who has fibromyalgia and has been doing a lot of research. There seem to be some studies out there that indicate that Vitamin D might help. They are finding that a vitamin D deficiency is related to quite a few problems. People who live in the northern states seem to be more suceptible to problems caused by Vitamin D deficiency because of the lack of sunshine. It certainly correlates to why people who move to warmer climates might get some relief.
My doctor recently suggested I take 1000 mg of D daily and a lot of vitamin supplements now contain 1000 mg of D. It's certainly worth a try - it's inexpensive and I don't think there is any harm in it.
My wife has suffered with fibromyalgia for too many years. We lived in OC, California, which is relatively hot and dry, and moved to the Hi Desert three yerars ago, where it is REALLY hot and dry. If this climate is helping, I would hate to have her live anywhere else, because it sucks here, as far as her condition. We'd love to have you move here, but not so sure it would help much...!
As far as Lyrica, I haven't heard of it, is it perscription? As you must know, most DR's don't believe in FB....
Yes, Lyrica is a prescription medication. I realize that some doctors don't believe in fibromyalgia. I was sent by my regular family practice doctor to a rheumatologist who diagnosed me, even though I've had it for many years, but they didn't really do anything after that. My doctor knows I don't like the idea of side effects. My husband bought me a memory foam mattress topper and then topped that with a down-type mattress cover. All that softness has helped my legs and shoulders.
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so we'll see if that helps.
