Thank you for your reply and introduction to others! My main particular area of pain is my neck. Holding my head up and dealing with fatigue and weakness are my focus and staying hydrated. I have even diagnosed so far with RA, OA, peripheral Neuropathy, tendonitis, IBS, Glaucoma, Dry Eyes, Hypertension, fast heart rate and chronic anxiety. Wow, that reads lengthy, sorry not used to sharing. Thanks again and have a great day?

I have a long list of diagnoses too. You will find lots of company here. I just started seeing a physical therapist for my neck in Minnetonka, MN. My neuro doesn't trust chiropractors for neck issues. She was wonderful. For once I have hope! No disrespect intended toward the chiropractic profession.

Yes, I know what you mean. I had to have neck surgery, fusion of C4-c5 in 1996 and it went well for about 12 years even with diminished range of motion but now can't drive and have bulging discs throughout my spine, especially above and below my surgery area. In fact, my last MRI of lumbar and cervical showed multiple issue areas. Physical therapy is the best solution, not surgery, in my humble opinion. Take care.

Hi,<br>I've had fibromyalgia for about twenty years/ some days worse than others.<br>My family still does not understand that there are days when I hurt so much<br> I can't make myself do anything but the basics.<br>I am also a senior living in an assisted living facility, but as an<br>independent resident. When are people going to realize that this condition<br>is real and the pain is real? Empathy would be nice instead of lectures on<br>how this one or that one pushes the pain aside and does this, that and the<br>next thing. I am not now and will never be a martyr. If I hurt, I hurt. Get<br>over it you judgemental folks.<br>

There have been times when I think they are thinking that it is all in my head.