We have a diagnosis

I have a diagnosis. I have Fibromyalgia. What is Fibromyalgia?

FMS (fibromyalgia (fi-bro-my-Al-juh) syndrome) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the fibrous tissues in the body.

The pain comes from the connective tissues, such as the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. FMS does not involve the joints, as does rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Most patients with fibromyalgia say that they ache all over. Their muscles may feel like they have been pulled or overworked. Sometimes the muscles twitch and at other times they burn. More women than men are afflicted with fibromyalgia, but it shows up in people of all ages.

So now for us it's working out how to manage my pain and tiredness. A small dose anti-depressant is an option. But possibly accupunture again and I want to try my reflexology again too. It's learning to live with it too.

I am relieved as the last 2 years have fallen into place. Luckily I have a very supportive husband. So here's to life with fibromyalgia.