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    why even bother waking up anymore?

    I'm worried about lethal-interjection, he made a comment about how no one would notice if he was even an active member on the 14th, posted once more on the 15th and his last log in was on the 16th.... I hope he comes back to let us know of he's okay... If anyone got his contact info or...
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    Discrimination!

    Not sure how this works in the UK, but in the US we have something called eeoc - equal employment opportunity commission. If research equal opportunity employment if I were you and see what their procedures are, most likely you'll have to file complaints with your employer first and see what...
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    Neck pain that turns into headaches

    I get cervicogenic headaches as well.. So does my mom. Her neurologist told her its because of the muscle spasms In her neck, I guess they spasm and press on nerves like the optic nerve which cause the headache. Mine often mimic migraines too and the way I know whether I have a migraine or...
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    Cymbalta withdrawal horrors

    My ex's mom was on Cymbalta for a while and couldn't afford it at one point so she had to stop, well she had what she called "brain zaps", the runs, upset stomach, pain was worse (the Cymbalta was helping the pain somewhat while she was on it), depression, and other withdrawal symptoms...
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    Frustrated with someone in my life...

    She was at it again today! Trying to stir up drama with my brother and parents!... I would love to Crack this girl across the face, she certainly deserves it at this point! My parents were talking today- I know they're fed up because they're seriously contemplating forcing them to pay rent...
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    Frustrated with someone in my life...

    I'm hoping she gets tired of waiting for a house or a ring... It's been 3 years with her now, I hope it's not much longer...
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    Canes, wheelchairs, walkers, oh my!

    My Dr's have said I should use a cane on my bad days, but I refuse to give in... I'm only in my mid 20s and don't want to draw any more attention to myself then I already do and don't want to depend on something like that yet.. I guess it's a pride thing....
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    what is it?

    Burning pain is a symptom of RSD reflex sympathetic dystrophy (also known as crps or complex regional pain syndrome) Not saying you have this, but you might want to look up the symptoms and see if anything else matches up?..... My mom's had it for 17+years and the Dr's think I have it too...
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    Frustrated with someone in my life...

    Mom and I have had the feeling she's cheated for a while.... How she acts and wants attention from guys all the time, she's way overly friendly with the guys in the group, more than a girlfriend should be... She's gotten real funny about the guys dating and when they bring girls around, you...
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    Fibromyalgia and the weather.

    Yes weather greatly affects my symptoms... I live in an area that is known for its winters, lots of snow and very cold, which really hurts my body when a storm rolls through, also spring time sucks for me with all of the pressure changes, rain, wind, temperature fluctuations...
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    A newbie from Brampton, Ontario

    Hey! Welcome to the group! I'm sorry you had to seek us out, but glad you found us! As far as medications go, everyone is different... There have been a lot of posts on the forum about different meds like lyrica, Cymbalta, savella, etc, these are commonly prescribed for fibro.. But as...
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    Here for my fiancee

    Hey! First, let me say thank you for caring enough to learn and try to understand this horrible/stupid/cruel disease.... So many don't care to try.. I have to commend and applaud you for your efforts! My comment is about the mood swings... Unfortunately, when you're learning to cope with...
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    scared to tell my Doctor

    They will take your license here in the US for a seizure disorder or fainting disorder, as I couldn't drive for 9 months when they found out I have a fainting disorder, but the Dr didn't take my license away, he just told me do not drive or else I will report it to have your license pulled...
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    Caffeine helping fibro?

    Wish I could comment but I almost never have caffeine because it causes migraines for me...
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    Found some research about fibro I wanted to share!

    Awesome thanks for adding all that bewitchedfencer!
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