Fibromyalgia Medication and treatment

Morning.......I have numerous health issues and one is fibromyalgia . Besides the osteoarthritis and open heart surgery and mostly the meds the pain was to the point of little or no sleep. CBD oil which I spray as often as needed can be purchased over the counter has helped ease some of the pain. I am also on medical cannabis and the product I purchased from the dispensary is a miracle.....I can finally get relief and sleep, which is needed for one's body to heal.Always ask your doctor before taking anything including vitamins, especially if you are on blood thinners. Hoping you are able to get some relief soon.

Thanks. Have you tried the CBD eddibles? Will try the oil!
Thanks,
Sundance

@sundance6 Hi I've had fibromyalgia since the 90,s there is no cure and Dr,s still don't know the cause of it if you don't get a good sleep at night your muscles can't relax. Have you tried these are all things I do I have done. Epsom salt bath or wring out a washcloth and apply, hot showers ,Tens unit to relax tight muscles, Fibro Malic it's from Vitacost.com Melatonin for sleep, I take CBD helps with sleep and pain ,research it for the quality, aqua exercise in warm water. There is also a Epsom salt in rub form by Procure even a vinegar in water is good like Epsom Salts Cider not white vinegar. These are just a few things I use.I don't want any sleep mask. .

Ms. Lioness. Thanks! So what you're telling me is we have to live with it the rest of our lives. I appreciate the help. I know the Epson Salt Bath does help. I use to have a lady that did body work on me for over 20 years. I always stayed healthy. She retired a few years back and hven't been able to find anyone else.
Thanks,
Sundance
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@sundance6 If I can help I'm happy we all here have terrible pain and suffering from any problem isn't fun you have to find what works for you I forgot Ice
is anti inflammatory as Ginger-turmeric tea from Trader Joes only place besides Amazon you can get it .You have to listen to your body and advocate for yourself

I have heard about the Tea. What does it do? I've also used a heating pad on my neck some days when I am working on my computer. Helps keep down the pain.
Thanks,
Suncance

@sundance6 The spices Ginger ,turmeric are anti inflammatory Ice is also anti inflammatory these are both good inflammation causes pain I drink a cup of 2everyday.

Hello Sundance...Yes, I tried the edibles for sleep I have to watch the % of THC since it increases my pulse and pressure rates. I was told that I had Lupus too.....that was not true either. You should try the cannabis that's Indica ....I use half a dropper an hour before bed and at least the pain disappears and I can sleep...for more than 8 months after the open heart surgery I averaged 2 to 4 hours of sleep and no matter how many times I called the cardiologist about no sleep, headaches, gums bleeding, light headed , weak , back pain etc. I got the same response ....the benefits outweigh the side effects....I finally changed the main cardiologist but kept the AFIB specialist.
Sleep clinic ???? You can't sleep because you're in pain ! Geez......I'm not a doctor but I would try the over the counter CBD oil spray or cream and if your state allows the medical cannabis get the Indica blend tincture that relaxes you , takes away the pain and lets you sleep. Maybe a new doctor might be needed too . But, I always tell people before they try something new, even vitamins a doctor should be consulted. Hope you get some relief soon.

THC does the same to me. I got some edibles in Colorado that were low on THC. I tried them for several days and didn't seem to help. I have a some of the body main as most others. My pain is in the form of headaches. I have never suffered from them in my life until 10 months ago, and now they don't go away! The doctor said it is because Fibromyalgia magnifies the pain. Has some validity.
Also,as I have said before I have been extremely physically active my whole life, 72 years! From team sports in my younger days to hiking, skiing, fly fishing racing I have always been active. Now the tiredness and lack of energy is bringing me down mentally. I would say that could be the cause of my headaches, but the headaches came first and have caused me to slow down to a crawl!
Sundance
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Stress and sadness have started a flare in the pain of fibromyalgia. Three weeks ago we got a new furry member of the family. He is a beautiful milk chocolate Labrador about 3 years old. Boy,does he have personality! He will be going to training while we go on vacation later this month. It's been hard getting him and my granny dog 13 years to get along. And then the horrific shooting in Virginia Beach has really got me. You may not know my husband served in the Navy for 31 years. We lived in Virginia Beach for 12 years. I had been casually acquainted with one of the victims many years ago. I once worked for the City of Virginia Beach and made frequent trips to the Municipal complex of offices.

To try and ease the flare, I have been using my tens unit more, the heating pad, and taking baths with Epsom Salts.I'm hoping talking about the stress will help. Thanks for letting me vent!