About Me: Female, 38, Clarkston, WA, member since Oct 2008
I was diagnosed with Migranes in June of 2003. I was having 5-6 a week. A year later I was refered to a Rhumatoidologist, and was diagnosed with a Lupus like condition (aka Undiff. Connective Tissue Dissorder). Then 2 months later the Fibromyalgia diag. was made. It's b
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[More]een a long haul, but with a great team of doctors, prayers, friends and family I have alot of symptoms under control. My life has been completely modified, and I try to reduce all stress. My newest goal is starting a Chronic Pain/Fibro/Lupus Support Group in my small home town. I am a huge advocate of talking to anyone who will listen about Fibromyalgia, TX, advice, research, support, symptoms, finding doctors, anything....If you want info...contact me!! I decided to moved back to my home town roots (N. IDAHO) about 10 months ago, after living in South Seattle area for 8 years. I like the slower pace and being closer to family & friends.
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Thank you for your journal post. I am doing a little better but still look forward to getting a more definitive diagnosis in early August and onto something more to manage the pain. How I yearn for a day without pain. Hope you are doing well.