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kristin- There are a couple books out there that can help, but none have the definitive answers for all your questions. FM is quite individual to each person and although it shares similar symptoms among us, I would bet that the degree to which each symptom effects us, varies across the board. The majority of doctors cannot help because they, themselves don't know what they're facing either. Some say it is an immune disorder, a hormone disorder, nutrient deficiency, nervous system disorder and finally, there are some who still believe it is all in our heads unfortunately. There are some incredible advances being made in the field, but none fast enough for those of us that have FM. There is a wealth of good and bad information on the internet however, you can at least see what kind of information is out there, but just a suggestion here, don't let what you read, get to you. I am learning that you have more control than you think and while you may not be able to do all that you used to do, you can listen to your body and let it guide you. Take some time to write down your symptoms no matter how small and then write down what you were doing when they happened and see if you can learn to recognize the warnings your body is sending you. Be thankful for what you are able to do! You have a lot of support here. Check out Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain: A Survival Manual and The Fibromyalgia Advocate by Devin Starlanyl Fibromyalgia For Dummies From Fatigued to Fantastic!: A Proven Program to Regain Vibrant Health, Based on a New Scientific Study Showing Effective Treatment for Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia by Jacob Teitelbaum |
