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April 17, 2017April 16, 2017

Are Fibromyalgia and Hypothyroidism Related Ills?

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism at age 54, and fibromyalgia at age 55. I was symptomatic for both for years before my diagnoses, and have wondered if there could be ... Read more

April 13, 2017April 13, 2017

Loving FM Relationships: In Sickness and in Sickness

Columns, FMS and the Person Within - a Column by Lori Galpeer

My husband and I will celebrate our 16th wedding anniversary in April. This year’s is eerily similar to our two-week honeymoon in that we both have colds and, just as ... Read more

April 12, 2017April 12, 2017

I Lost My Career to Fibromyalgia

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

Right before I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia I was completing my externships in phlebotomy tech, and my medical assistant training. I was in my early 50s at the time, and ... Read more

April 10, 2017April 10, 2017

Doctor, I Really Need You to Listen to Me

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

There is nothing as frustrating as a doctor not taking your fibromyalgia concerns seriously. It just compounds our stress, which in turn increases our pain. Perhaps a letter might enlighten ... Read more

April 7, 2017April 7, 2017

Five Comments a Person With Fibromyalgia Doesn’t Need to Hear

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

Having fibromyalgia is horrible, but having to deal with unsympathetic people can be downright devastating. It can be challenging enough dealing with a condition that is painful and often invisible. Not ... Read more

April 7, 2017April 6, 2017

Exploring the Connection Between Fibromyalgia and Costochondritis

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

A few years ago when I went to the ER with chest pains. After running tests, it was was determined that my chest pains were not due to a heart problem. The chest ... Read more

April 3, 2017April 3, 2017

Chronic Pain Is More Than Just Physical

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

Chronic pain is not only physically taxing, but it takes a toll on us emotionally as well. It’s a kind of Catch 22: the more physical pain we have, the more ... Read more

March 31, 2017March 30, 2017

Some Days the FM Pain Just Wears Us Down

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

I know you may not feel particularly strong, but even on the days when the pain wears you down, you keep going. Somedays are challenging to keep going, especially when it ... Read more

March 30, 2017March 30, 2017

No Longer Living A Double Life With FM

Columns, FMS and the Person Within - a Column by Lori Galpeer

The sun’s rays have finally shown after weeks of cloudy, rainy days. The vitamin D is greatly appreciated while I play ball with my bouncy (now six-month-old) puppy. I had ... Read more

March 30, 2017March 30, 2017

This Fibromyalgia Fighter is Determined to Overcome her Fears

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

Next week I turn 52 — and I am amazed I’m this old. I’ve had some close calls, and feel very lucky to be alive. However, for some reason, I ... Read more