For me, the hardest part of RA is having overwhelming fatigue and/or flu-like symptoms. I, utterly, despise those RA symptoms. I asked my rheumy if there was a med to control them and he said yes, but they affect the cardio system. He did not recommend them nor was I interested with side effects like that. Other than finding the right med combo to treat RA I am at a loss as what to do. Sleep isn't refreshing, rest isn't refreshing, nothing is refreshing. The reason being we are having an unnatural fatigue, caused from an illness. y rheumy once asked me what symptom I hated more...pain or fatigue. I was feeling well, that day, and answered which ever one I am experiencing at the moment. That wasn't quite true. Even though pain can be horrendous, I dohave pain meds that, usually, ease it. But, the fatigue....is there,to stay,till it has run it's course. The pain is awful and at times I am a mess, but the fatigue makes me feel sick. It makes me feel sick because I am sick. Sigh... Just because I have admitted I am sick does not mean I have given up or have a rotten quality of life. Although, I have accepted RA I continue to fight. Though, my lifestyle has changed, I am very happy...most of the time...LOL! Prayng for you dear friend. Gentle hugs When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and I could say, "I used everything you gave me." ~ Erma Bombeck
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"When I was diagnosed about 18 months ago with fibromyalgia, I didn't know where to turn. I got on my computer and looked for a support group where I could talk to other people with the same disease and get some help...Information, suggestions, mostly just what I can do now that I have this.....disorder/disease/syndrome...I didn't even know what to call it. I found MDJ, and yes, there was a support group for fibro. I started a post, and figured I would never get an answer. However, very quickly I was welcomed in, and became really involved in the group. I received help, support, friendship and the feeling of being truly cared about by these strangers who had become like family to me. Now, I have been here for about a year and a half...I have become a group leader, and love every minute of it. It is so wonderful to be able to help others. I still receive help and answers from the members in this group. The fibromyalgia is where I go to help, support, listen, care and even laugh. I don't know what I would do without this group." (mabri)
