Fibromyalgia by Dr. Andrea Furlan, MD PhD

What is fibromyalgia? What causes fibromylagia? What are the treatments for fibromyalgia? Is there a cure for fibromyalgia?
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ALERT: This video is not intended to replace medical
advice. If you think you have a condition that is
causing you pain, please consult with your doctor
to get a diagnosis and a treatment plan for you.
The intent of this video is only for educational
purposes.
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[@minniemoo6640]

Thank you for doing this video! I fought for nearly 5 yrs against this diagnosis, it was exhausting in every way. Now I have it, there is actually no support through it. I can't exercise alone so it is a struggle. This gave me everything my health professionals haven't in quite this way. Sincerely..... Thank you

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are welcome, Minnie.

[@AlejandroGonzalez-sg8pj]

@@DrAndreaFurlan 000

[@everest9707]

@@DrAndreaFurlan excellent video, thanks for covering the topic so well and clearly 🙏

[@sharmeenahmed1576]

i need a fibromyalgia support groups, ple.inform me the groups of locations. I live in newyork city at queens( botough). I am suffering from this since long years, thanks mam.

[@Gwen916]

​@@sharmeenahmed1576 This may or may not help you, if you are on Facebook there are a lot of fibromyalgia groups. Not sure what would be in you area. Please Remember you are not alone in having fibromyalgia even on the hardest day. 🌻

[@staciegulizia4144]

I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia but I stopped telling healthcare professional about it. I got sick of being treating like I’m a hypochondriac. Too many doctors don’t understand fibromyalgia. I’ve been mistreated by so many doctor, I’ve given up.

[@annetteallen6521]

Go to a doctor who treats only pain. I take drugs called Baclofen and Ultram. I have been mistreated as well. I get angry and tell them off. I let them know how horrible they really are. I feel great after I do that They are not Gods, they are here to help , they just don't want to help you. Don't give up. A drug combination is out there for you. You have to find a DR that is willing to work with you. A pain control doctor, will do that.

[@babycoleangel]

Ooh, I sooooo feel your pain. In more than one way....I am done with the medical field!!

[@trumpthis2]

Evidence of the training of the medical field

[@davidch880]

@@trumpthis2, Don't you mean "lack of training" in pain management?

[@sharity3289]

I'm 39. My symptoms started at 14, diagnosed around 19. It seems like everyone says they have fibromyalgia now and doctors look at them like they are just drug seeking. It was so hard when I was younger and ppl, including doctors, would look at me, see my age, and think I was okay.

[@socialninja22]

On top of the pain, is the soul stealing fatigue of most chronic pain issues. 😫

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Did you see my latest video about central sensitization?

[@marleneholloway7775]

That is one symptom i don't have, with some people it is their major symptom,.mine is pain.

[@celtic0317]

The fatigue is as bad as the chronic pain.

[@babycoleangel]

@@celtic0317 So true...

[@michelespier5879]

Tell me about it

[@kati8359]

Folks I’ve been battling w fibro for 20 years. Best treatment is to exercise, drink spring mountain (naturally alkaline) water, make sure you take calcium/magnesium rich foods and above all TRUST JESUS for your healing. I know trauma, rejection, loss, depression and UNFORGIVENESS all play a role. Get rid of all these feelings as they can seriously block your healing

[@velmablake776]

I have suffered for 15years. I've tried everything that you have mentioned, only trusting in Jesus that I have been delivered for three years now.

[@davidch880]

Exercise is fine if all that you have is FMS. If, on the other hand, you have M.E. (CFS or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) exercise can be your worst enemy. How do you tell the difference? According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) diagnostic criterion, one has to present with at least 11 out of 18 known trigger points to make a diagnosis of FMS. If fewer trigger points than this, M.E. must be the diagnosis. In my case, I have NO (zip, none) trigger points as examined by 3 independent rheumatologists each of whom passed a diagnosis of "probably Fibromyalgia" despite the lack of trigger points. Such is the incompetence of medical professionals here in Australia that NONE I have asked are willing to investigate my condition further. They simply "can't be bothered." So, I give up. 😡😡

[@ipsosmaati1971]

You know there is a reversal, right?

[@mindovermovement6401]

@@davidch880 hi I have read those things whatever you're telling in 2002 but recently in 2015 I came to know fibromyalgia is not a diagnosis at all. Read explain pain by David Butler which tells you pain.. asin output from the brain.me 19 yrs.. of fms.. now ...mind-body therapies feeling good thanks to God

[@youknowcrimedontpay9257]

@@davidch880 The trigger point diagnosis is primitive and no longer recognized by FM experts. Consider firing the doctor who told you such nonsense. I've been ill with FM, CFS / ME for 41 years and I've heard all the snake oil diagnosis out there.

[@girlsrnotwimps]

Thank you for this video. You really get it! Whew. I’ve had fibromyalgia for 30 years. I won’t bore you with the details. You know them. I wouldn’t have made it much longer…Cannabis saved me. It’s the *only* thing that helped me get to a place that I could move with less pain. I sleep better and finally have something to alleviate IBS pain, anxiety, and severe migraine symptoms, etc…. (I do all the other stuff as well.) It has improved my quality of life exponentially.

[@cathydebolt6393]

Can you tell me more about the cannabis you take. I don’t know where to start, is it an oil? How much and how often? My 88 year old mother takes CBC with some THC for sleep but it’s very confusing going into a shop. Would appreciate your help

[@sharity3289]

This woman is great! She's the 1st person who described exactly how my fibro symptoms started at 14 - thinking my wisdom teeth were trying to come in because of the aching in my face, neck, shoulders. Until I got my wisdom teeth removed and the aching was still there.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you, Shar.

[@erickajavier9687]

I have had fibromyalgia for 8 years , also I have chiari brain malformation type 1 , and a syrinx of spinal cord . And I have osteoarthritis. I apply for SSD and they deny it over and over again . And I can’t work, my pain is horrible , I don’t have energy at all and I feel like tired off everything. Just God give me that strength to continue living . God bless you every one 👋🏼

[@SuperKasper333]

I have had fibromyalgia for a long time. I am female, so I was treated as a hysteric, as menopausal, as a liar and faker. I had been an athlete for most of my life, so its onset was terrifying, literally terrifying. I am highly educated in a number of fields one being the sciences, so I am acquainted with the human body, but I have been treated like I am an idiot. Because I don't "look handicapped", I have been called a mental case, to the point where I won a groundbreaking lawsuit against a state agency. Did not matter. I have a handicapped placard on my car- and people have spit on me. My service dog and I have been physically ejected from stores, because I do not "look"ill. My doctor, instead of working through this with me to find a less painful life, just gives me 10 minutes and whatever pills. One day, she said, "oh, you have been on this 3 years? Should have only been 3 weeks."- and she had been seeing me for 19 years. I do my own research.....but, sometimes it is all too much.

[@wendyannh]

@@mariado3690 They tend to track together, not either/or.

[@meganjames3554]

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[@lauraschroeder8177]

Check out LDN- Low Dose Naltrexone. It is seen as a "supplement" drug for fibro patients endorsed by Israeli nuerologist. He gets good results. It's an anti inflammatory.

[@tinawakefield9477]

I have had fibro for many years,any form of exercise can leave me in so much pain that I have to stay in bed to rest it out. I often wonder if the pains in my knees at the age of 3 yrs old was an onset of the unknown fibro,I was diagnosed with “growing pains” which I’d hilarious because years later and at the age of 65yrs old I only ever reached 5 feet tall! I’ve suffered all my life,and now have other problems to..high blood pressure,diabetes,under active thyroid,I had a stroke whilst having a stent put in,and to be honest I’ve had enough. But thank you for your video,you have taught me far more than I have ever been told. Doctors in my area of England just seem ignorant of fibro,don’t believe you,or couldn’t give a dam.

[@milliondahlia8780]

Tina, I know what is like because I suffer from it too. For many years i was keeping it under control, spending many months of the year in hot climates countries where I could spend 2-3 hours X day exercising in a hot pool... Apparently, according to the hospital in London, it's the only thing to do that can help! Unfortunately, since this pandemic 😢 and with British climate.. impossible to travel and impossible to swim... there is no cure for it! Sorry 😞 try to stay warm and dry 🤗❤️

[@a4eyg32]

That sounds just like me too I was told it was growing pains and I’m only 5ft tall also, I’m 70 next month and I believe I’ve had it for years, combined with ME and depression it’s driving me crazy 😢😢😢

[@ethneclarke8001]

Me too ! 75 years old and grew only to 5 feet..although now losing height due to crumbly bones. I am most pain free in warm dry climates.. As a child I had rheumatism ,called growing pains in my legs and spent days in front of the fire! I now have under active thyroid,diabetes and osteoarthritis. I was on my way to live in Spain when lockdown happened…… in these current times I have broken both shoulders and 3 ribs and cracked a hip…. There is so much more I could say about many NHS Drs….. not very kind ! …one of my daughters has been suffering debilitating pain etc for 7 years and has been treated like an imbecile by several women doctors…. Things don’t appear to be changing ,but who knows what is coming Soon!

[@micajahsmom]

I am glad I found this video. I am 73 and had fibro since I was a child but no one ever understood except my mother because she had it too. Since I was formally diagnosed at 42, I have learned to live with it and still thrive. I am allergic to all meds I have tried but try to manage it all with food and simple exercise. Thank you for this informative video.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@jeanjacobs9965]

Greetings! Could you say what foods and exercises you have used? Thank you 😊

[@saya6899]

Thank God I found you🙏🏼 We need more doctor like you and my doctor. I have RA and Fibromyalgia. We need more doctors who believe in this condition so they can help their patients, because living in constant pain is very frustrating. Thank you so much for the information💖👍🏼👍🏼🙋🏻‍♀️

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I just released a video about exercises for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) of the hands.

[@saya6899]

@@DrAndreaFurlan • Thank you so much Dr. I’m watching it right now🥰 Have a beautiful Sunday!💖

[@bobbisparrow2228]

Finally I was diagnosed at 44 after decades of pain since childhood. The PMR doc said I had the 2nd worst case he'd ever seen. Disabled at age 50, even with meds, I still hurt all over. My greatest wish? Medicare would pay for accupuncture and therapeutic massage. I did so well with those! My insurance paid for the massage, I paid for the accupuncture for 4 months 3x/wk at $50 per session. There went my savings, and disability followed.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Bobbi, sorry to hear that.

[@himakshiarora8595]

Noone really understands this condition. Thanks Dr. for detailed information. I have visited umpteen doctors. I am the most strongest woman i know, I love to be active. I want to be known for my energy and a person like me being called lazy hurts the core of me. The multiple joints pain , the fatigue , tenderness, morning sickness, struggling to sleep every night- has killed me for years. I need more doctors to be educated about this . The struggle is real. The moment when you want to do a lot but your body doesn't allow you to, that constant low feeling hurts 😭😭😭😭 My elbow joints hurt after writing 2 pages of my assignment and people don't understand things like that . People with fibromyalgia are alone in their life but we are in this together😭

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you find comfort and improvement.

[@janaskibo871]

Cannabis has worked out very well for me. Fibromyalgia, psoriatic arthritis and complex PTSD, for almost 30 years.I will never again be on opioids long term again. Thank you for this video 🤠. I think you're amazing 😍. Also I have found for CBD to work I need a larger dose than normal, and you have to calm your brain down. Makes so much more sense now.

[@melissahoffman9433]

​@@route-66barefoot16I use Flora Sophia Botanicals out of Oregon. They are the best and grow the hemp themselves.

[@kimfrommn7162]

@jana skibo @Route-66 barefoot Jana, Route-66 barefoot is asking a few questions to you in regards to your comment! I would be interested in his questions as well. I am just finishing up the information form to get back on the Cannibis Program. I was smoking the lowest dose to help me relax my muscles better, but not making the effects to where I could not keep up conversation/driving. All I know is I would love to get this under control!! Any information you can give us would truly be appreciated!! I hope your week is going super!!! 🤗♥️🙏🏼

[@CAllen1950]

I’ve had Fibromyalgia since I was in my 30’s - (70 now). I am glad there’s more known now about it. One of my most bothersome symptoms is misophonia which I’ve had since a child and it’s gotten worse. Even the music on your video was difficult to listen to. People would tell me to just ignore the sounds, but that was not possible. I’m saying this just in the hope that sounds will be carefully evaluated. Thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Sorry about that, Carol.

[@CAllen1950]

@@DrAndreaFurlan Thank you!

[@ginawebb3697]

I feel your pain I too have fibromyalgia from age 25 I'm now 58 the pain is excruciating st times making me half the person I use to be. I wake up in pain go to sleep in pain. Burning tingling swelling hurting till I cry. Crushing etc etc. Tabs make me a zombie. I know my life will never be normal I just live daily in pain. Sadly, I've aged with this disease. Chronic pain throughout my body. 😞 take care gentle hugs. X

[@salimyafai5461]

I Have that ether 1 year ago I'm 26 with 2 kids and husband and I Had All 3 years ago you know sometimes I feels nothing not sad or bad or happy. No feelings I just wanted the day to finish so I can sleep agen 🥺

[@troderique4812]

❤

[@WaiNaluKai]

One of the better Fibromyalgia podcast I have seen in a nutshell all in a short podcast. Great job!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@teresapace5774]

Excellent but I was surprised to learn young have fibro In my 40s I started stiffening in shoulders at age 40 I read omne lady say tylenol w codiene This I took but it staryted exciting nerves in legs I seem to feel the circulating pain I had blood coagulatiokn causing leg numbness I saw a neurologist whose helper ewithout checking number accidently rubbed control passing by it in small space I was badly shocked in the heel Immediately the next day the pain traveled and was excruciating Thhen I fell a lot with completely frozen leg and foot Even caused a lady young to fall down several concrete steps KShe had noticed My walkimng difficulty I begged her please dont help She ccould not support me she was thin girl We tumbled and had to be both picked up she skinned her elbow I apologized profusely in public I will be 70 next month I had kidney failure happen and saw specialist who finally after closure for many yrs gave me drug made for mens prostate I cried because it automatically worked Finally after 20 yrs of painful openings ALSO i take flomax Now there is no kiney problems except cysts No one can offer any help FOR so long I was prescribed needed dosage but still under patent I could only afford one dose and missed two doses I was too ashamed to tell my Dr I couldnt afford what I really needed Suddenly after 10 yrs the patent was off Ive been more than able to afford generic same ingredient However my Dr says no because of my kidney problem The opening to bladder open and Ive had no problems but depend on pill too Ive explained but hell only give 150 mg tid What can I do ???? Im nearly immobile harsh pain just sweeping my floors Im exhausted more than ever I dok nt want to be in nursing home I cant ride a car because Im in terrible pain and travel great distance to keep my PA MILITARY CITY HARD TO FIND ANY DR TAKING NEW PATIENTS THE YOUNG WOMAN WHO SAVED MY LIFE BY TREATING MY HYPERTENSION AND DIAGNOSED MY FIBROMYALLGIA WAS LIKE YOU A GODSEND I FOLLOWED HER COLLEAGUE BOTH INTERNAL MEDICINE SHE HAD TRAGICALLY PASSED HES LIKE ALL THE INTERNAL MEDICINE DRS HERE VERY KNOWLEDGEBLE MY FIRST DR I HAD IN MILITARY CITY FOR 30 YRS MY OB WAS CEO OF MILITARY AND CIVILIAN HOSPITALS I MOURNED FOR HIM HE DID MY HYSTERECTOMY THESE PPL SPEAK TRUTH IVE FOUND MYSELF ONCE OUT OF LYRICA MY APPT WAS TEN DAYS AWAY BY THE TIME I SAW HIM MY HUSBAND EVEN NOW BUT THEN SCARY MY BODY FROZE MUSCLES NOT MOVING HE CARRIED ME TO CAR THE SHEET HURT ME IM VERY INTERESTED IN YOUR PERSPECTIVE BUT PLEASE BE DISCREET PLEASE PLEASE DO YOU RECKMMEND ANYTHING TO TAKE IVE ONLY TAKEN NAPROXEN SODIUM ASPIRIN HURTS STOMAC OXYCODONE TOO STRONG ANOTHER POINT IM NOTICING I GAINED WEIGHT BUT EVERYONE SAID TRY GABPENTIN WHICH TIGHTENED NERVES IN MY LEGS LIKE TYLENOL MANY PPL SAID GAPAENTIN DOES NOT CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN BUT IN THESE COMMENTS MANY SAID YES WEIGHT GAIN IF YOU WOULD IF YOU HAVE A CHANCE ID WELCOME ANY SUGGESTIONS I LIKE MY DR OF 8 YRS HES GOOD IM JUST OVERWHELMED BY MY WEAKNESS CANT OPEN JARS DOORS ITS SUCH A COMPLICATED CONDITION I WAS RELIDVED THE BRILLIANT YOUNG LADY WAS SO HELPFUL. SHE RAN LABS TESTS THEN HAD ALL MY MEDS IN ORDER IM SORRY IVE GONE ON BUT SIMPLY NOT MANY PPL HAVE MUCH EXPLANATIONS OTHER THAN VIRUS ETC I WAS IN A COK MA WHEN I WAS YOUNG FOR TWO DAYS MY FEVER RHEUMATIC OUR SMALL TOWN DR SAVED MY LIFE BUT I HAD NO LEG OR LIMBS MOVEMENT FOR WEEKS ID APPRECIATE ANY FEEDBACK YOU HELPED ALL OF US LEARN ABOUT TRANSMITTDRS AND COULD FEEL THIS GOING AFTER SOME MONTHS PAIN SPREADING THROUGH MY BODY SO LITTLE IS KNOWN NOW ABOUT THIS CONDITION IT STARTED IN MY 40S NOW 70 IM HOPING PRAYING FOR A BREAKTHROUGH

[@susanzipf2329]

My doctor said (and I quote): You may be feeling pain, but there's no injury where you're feeling pain. Therefore the pain is all in your head, and I will not treat pain if there's no reason for it." I did take Vicodin for almost 3 years, as little as possible, and don't let anyone tell you that opioids do not work for Fibro pain. The problem is, Fibro is on-going, and you can't take Vicodin the rest of your life.

[@Trissa.33]

I find that they do too, but the body easily becomes addicted to them then it needs more to get the same effect. Tramadol was a nightmare for me as for many others and I went cold turkey with it when I saw that it was taking over. It is not at all easy to cope with pain I know, I sit here as I do every day with it going off all over my body like mini sharp fireworks. Wishing you well with your journey x

[@annastolarz4683]

This doctor is completely stupid. Change the doctor. Try to buy the book Dr. St. Amand who is endocrinologist “What your doctor may not tell you about fibromyalgia”. He is retired now but there is a doctor in San Francisco who is treating the patients with fibromyalgia with guaifenesin and protocol.

[@susans.2109]

I've had fibro and RA for well over 20 years now and the best way for me to manage is with consistent exercise, eating as clean as possible, taking Cymbalta in the AM and Zanaflex and Atarax for sleep at night. Though recently I began using a CBD gummy 3 weeks ago and not only does it help me get consistent sleep but it also helps to minimize pain throughout the day. CBD tinctures were not helping much for me but the gummy form I'm using has other pain relieving properties that work wonders. Staying active with walking, yoga & Pilates has seriously helped to manage pain profusely.

[@maryannknox7158]

♥️

[@Trissa.33]

Thank you, I'm going to check those Gummies out! The tinctures were way tooo strong for me.

[@babycoleangel]

Would you mind sharing brand/dose of your CBD gummy? I would greatly appreciate it....blessings to you and your health!!

[@Intoxicanna]

NAET. I thought I had it also. It turned out to be layered food allergies. My doctor thought that was quackery. However now I don’t go to my doctor anymore because I KNOW that SHE is the quack. And I no longer have fibromyalgia. NAET acupuncture is safe. However it doesn’t make your doctor any money.

[@Cristina661224]

I have sleep problems sinds i'm baby. The only that it helps me is a supplement melatonine. Thanks acdokter here in you Tube i sleep beter.🙏🍀

[@socialninja22]

I’ve spent years having to wear only the softest of materials because a lot of clothing is like wearing sandpaper.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I'm sorry to hear that. Did you see my latest video about central sensitization?

[@juanitalilley7631]

I'm so sensitive that i have to wear my clothes inside out as the seams and tags feel like sand paper and pins, makes my life quite miserable

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Juanita Lilley. Have you seen my other video about Central Sensitization?

[@cackleberrycottage2340]

Same here. I can't stand the feel of certain materials against my skin.

[@barbaralowe5487]

The seems are the worst

[@kristinaholody6814]

I have chronic pain and I also have fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis. It’s hard on my body I get tired very easily. I ran all the test and they all came back to that. I’m also battling breast cancer at the age of 49. It’s been a rough year for me but I’m optimistic but my body pain is just gotten worse to where I get up in the morning and I try to be active because the more active you are it’s better for your body. But about 1 o’clock in the afternoon my body screaming at me to where I need to go lay down for about an hour and rest. Fibromyalgia is really hard on the body because you’re in constant pain with the sweats in the just aggravation that comes with it because you don’t know how to express your pain to your partner and sometimes I don’t understand where your mindset is. I really like this video because I shared it with my husband so he understand it a lot better. I am so excited that I got to find your videos because it helped me a lot to understand it more because my doctor didn’t really understand fibromyalgia. My pain started as IBS with constipation and then it started out with my fibromyalgia. So that’s how my fibromyalgia surge out with crazy

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I just released a video about exercises for rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

[@kristinaholody6814]

I will watch it

[@pamelasmith2625]

Thank you for this excellent video. You explained Fibromyalgia the best I have ever seen. I great appreciate your expertise on the subject. We need more Doctors like you who truly understand what Fibromyalgia patients are going through each and every day. ❤️🇨🇦❤️🇨🇦

[@kimrose3286]

A great in depth explanation of fibromyalgia. I’ve learned so much about my condition watching your videos. 💞

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you.

[@humnatariq7084]

Gud explanations

[@mojganarooni3144]

Thank you so much😍

[@Rae-qf7xv]

Agreed. I think the opiod hysteria is beyond most of what she is trying to sell. Basically we have to suffer while multiple Drs waste our time.

[@michellehall4076]

This Dr. truly understands somehow.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I hope so. Thank you for writing this comment.

[@jo-annsiebert4860]

I want to thank you also. Your information is so helpful. I am in my 50s and have been trying all my adult life to be pain free. I have added more and more to my toolbox but your videos are the most helpful of all. I love the explanation of each pain cause, the exercise videos and all other aspects you talk about. I wish I knew this information in my twenties but very grateful to have it now!!!

[@christineshields1714]

I have Sjogren's. It is poorly understood by many physicians. The pain I experience from Sjogren's is very much what you have described. I am fortunate to have an excellent PCP. She seems to understand the real pain I experience on a daily basis. The principles you have mentioned for managing fibromyalgia are the same principles I employ to manage my Sjogren's pain.

[@MyFavoriteColorIsBLUE]

Hi Christine, I also have sjogrens, and it is alot like having fibro. I've had them both for many years now, and am disabled because of these conditions. I wish you the very best, Penny

[@AmandaJYoungs]

This is without doubt the most helpful short educational video on this subject that I have ever come across. Thank you so much, Dr Furlan.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You're very welcome!

[@warondogs8199]

Really? Are you better now?

[@deniseking6916]

Thank you so much for this amazing video. It is so nice to see someone who understands this disease.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Denise. That is great to hear. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@donnacarraway9182]

I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia for about 20 years. I have tried most of the medications that you mentioned and they usually make me nauseous or worse. I do light yoga and walk for exercise..stronger exercise, like golfing sends me straight to bed with terrible pain. Thankfully years ago a doctor prescribed Tylenol with codeine, which you say doesn’t work for fibromyalgia but for me it is the only thing that does work. Over the years I have reduced the amount of it that I take, but nothing else really helps with my pain. Also to me the definition of hell would be waiting in multiple doctors and or therapy offices and spending my precious life hours being treated when I have found something that does work for me.. I don’t want to spend this time away from living life to go to doctors offices. That is not helpful but is stressful..I know what works for me even though you say it doesn’t. I think that you need to be less closed minded.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Donna, thank you for sharing your experience.

[@jeannelange4820]

I also use Tylenol with codeine for my 30 year battle with fibromyalgia. The only help I have found but it does nothing for the debilitating fatigue. Nothing seems to help that or the brain fog which is horrendous. I am 76 and diagnosed in 1992 when my husband was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma which was a death sentence. I believe the anxiety and grief triggered the fibromyalgia.

[@wendyannh]

@@jeannelange4820 Same here. My pain flared up and resulted in my diagnosis after my mother’s death, which quickly followed leaving a life I loved and moving across the country to be with her, which in turn was just a couple of years after a debilitating back injury. Many years ago, there was a lot of talk about how very stressful or traumatic experiences could trigger it, but I haven’t heard anything like that in recent years, so maybe it’s been disproven.

[@j15n5ll5]

@@wendyannh My family had COVID last August. Thankfully, we were all asymptomatic... except it was "an event" that "triggered" me to have fibromyalgia and heart problems. Several people have told me an event, also "some kind of trauma," can initiate fibromyalgia. I just today received pregabalin, so we'll see. Anyway, just wanted to share that "events" are still considered triggers.

[@patriciasmith3973]

Thank you for this excellent video! Living with this condition is a constant battle. Your informative presentation has been a real gift.🙏

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are so welcome!

[@rprater9599]

You’re so kind and you present your findings with such compassion. I’m sure you’ve heard countless stories of those how’ve suffered additional pain from those in healthcare field, either from countless procedures, treatments, tests and so on, or from being treated as a hypochondriac. So many seem close minded when dealing with pain issues. Why can they not treat each person as an individual and really listen to what the person is experiencing and not try to put them in a “one size fits all” category or diagnosis?! I do emphasize with the caregiver, I’m sure they feel frustrated at not being able to cure or give significant relief. I’ve been through what I call “the lab rat” stage years ago and it was Brutal (almost as bad and sometimes worse then then conditions I was dealing with )! One of the best things I ever did was seeing a therapist who understood what was going on in my brain and helped me retrain it. Thank you for sharing this and for keeping an open mind when dealing with those in pain! It is NOT a “one size fits all” issue! ever! Abundant Blessings...

[@s.holmes4364]

I'm glad you found help with a good therapist. Do you mind sharing more about the brain retraining? Is it like breathwork, meditation, etc? I've learned so much just reading comments.

[@dcmcgeee8688]

Some have asked what causes fibro: In short, even a little abuse/trauma AND a LOT of neglect. She's right, you have to attack it from every single, possible angle. If your Dr won't listen... Get A New One ASAP!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you DC MGee

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

Yes I agree, if your Dr is in any way doubtful regarding fibromyalgia, try another and keep trying till you find a Dr who treats fibromyalgia patients. Don’t waste time or money on these Drs, who think it’s in your head.

[@aprilwycherley]

I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia after having a colloid cyst removed in 2011. At that point in 2011, I had developed obstructive hydrocephalus, and was rushed to the hospital by ambulance, and had to be revived on the way to the hospital. Along with my fibro, I have allodynia, so my skin hurts, and the cold, specifically, causes my skin to hurt. Wintertime is awful for me! I’m so glad I live in west central Texas, as opposed to up north, so the winters tend to be mild, for the most part.

[@lucilaromero7444]

Clear, concise, informative. Great video. Thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I'm glad you like it, Lucila.

[@elizabeth--thefibrochef]

I cannot get the help I need. I cannot find an appropriate therapist that takes my insurance. I cannto live like this anymore without the emotional and psychological support I need. I love how Dr. Furlan explains all of her topics-- she is great, but the rest of the world is not like her and no one really cares. I am a person whose symptoms are far more extreme than most people with Fibromyalgia. I had had 3 major vehicle accidents on top of it, one of which I broke my femur, and a severe illness that complicated my case. I cannot get my pain under control. I am one a great deal of medications and I cannot get enough sleep and have no therapy support. I cannot live like this anymore.

[@sandyshores915]

Hope you find help

[@pattyfranks7855]

Thank you so much for putting out this video. I’ve been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue for about 12 years. You are one of three Physicians I’ve heard explain the issues of opioids in the brain and how they opioids only intensify pain and are of no help. I’m so grateful that the other are my physicians. I was addicted to pain killers for a long time and only by the grace of God I was able to break away from them, and it was the hardest things I’ve been through. I can say that I’ve found CBD, CBG & CBN to be quite effective. Especially for fatigue and concentration. It took me sometime to find the right company for me to purchase them. I finally feel like I’m on a good path. I’ve also found working is easier and walking extremely helpful. Yoga is my next hill to climb and then strength training. I’m ready for my next great adventure. Thanks again for all your work in putting together these videos. Please know your hard work isn’t going unnoticed!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you so much Patty! Your words mean a lot to me.

[@lindasmithmccormack5225]

Hi, My name is Linda, and I too have Fibromyalgia. After reading your comment, I became hopeful that there may be something that could offer me some relief from the pain associated with this debilitating illness. I have tried CBD oil, and if taken in larger amounts it does help some. The problem is that I have had chronic depression with anxiety since I was in my mid-twenties (I'm now 58). During the years since my diagnosis, I have experienced a almost constant mild to moderate level of depression; however, since 2009, I've battled five bouts of very severe depression. Interesting to note is that the depression is believed by some doctors I've seen to have resulted from Fibromyalgia that I most likely developed as a young girl. I had breast cancer in 2014, and my oncologist said there was probably a link between my breast tumour and Fibromyalgia due to decades of a suppressed body and mind. Imagine that. When I met my current specialist in 2012, he was against any use of Cannibus, medicinal or not. Over the years, like other physicians, he acknowledged that Cannibus was helping certain patients with various illnesses. He remains leery about me using larger doses of CBD, as Cannibus use has yet to be studied well nor are there results from long-term studies. He did refer me to a physician who specializes in Cannibus use who felt I would need a larger dose of CBD in order to try to control my pain. Meanwhile, my specialist would prefer I only use a third of the recommended dose, which does not help me with pain. He said that depression and Cannibus use written about within limited medical journals has suggested the use of CBD can cause depressive episodes in some patients, resistance to medical treatment in others, but yet a complete recovery from depression in others. Unfortunately, we are pioneers in the world of medicinal Cannibus. You wrote of CBG and CBN. Excuse my ignorance, but I am not familiar with either. Would you please consider writing to share the source you mentioned for purchasing products? If you are like me, I want to know that is is grown organically by an ethical company who I can rely on. If you would prefer to not write the company name here in a reply, I completely understand. If you would be so kind, you can reach me by sending me a Facebook Friend request perhaps. My Facebook name is Linda Smith McCormack Unfortunately, I am not permitted to share my email here. Thank you for taking the time to write your comment. God-willing, you may have helped many people suffering from Fibromyalgia more than you know! With gratitude, Linda Smith McCormack

[@susandelongis885]

Thank you very much, Doctor. I was fortunate to be dx in my forties (now 67 yrs) but have had it at least since my twenties. Sadly my own family doesn’t understand or make any concessions, so my whole life I’ve exhausted myself trying to keep up with expectations. Finally, the pain has worsened with arthritis and I’ve become incapacitated. I think my life would have been more joyful if more understood. But I’m so grateful for all who have it that physicians like you now believe us and explore for solutions. ps in my situation, I lived in ‘fight or flight’ constantly since earliest childhood. I feel like my nervous system and hormones were always overwhelmed.

[@pamelasmith2625]

I can totally relate with you. I lived in a verbally abuse relationship for many, many years and lived in a fight and flight state day and night. I was always walking on eggshells. I was diagnosed when I was 50 years old and now 76. It has become more debilitating each year. Like you my family just doesn’t try to understand and I always try to carry on as best I can. Today I told my son, whom is 48 that ai wish I could travel all over the world like my brother does. My son said that I hold myself back and could do more than I do. It was so hurtful to me. He has no idea just how difficult it is for me to go and visit him and his family. He lives an hour away and it is such a struggle to drive there and even stay in another bed and not my own surroundings. I believe most of us who have Fibro work really hard to be as normal as possible even though we suffer excruciating pain and discomfort every minute of every day. Thank you for sharing your story. This Doctor is giving a REAL good outline of Fibro. Hugs and love to all my fellow sufferers. Try to give yourself lots of tender loving care, surround yourself with things you love and positive people and smile and laugh as much as possible. Love andmBig Hugs❤️🇨🇦❤️🇨🇦❤️🇨🇦🌹🌹🌹🌹🌈🌻🦋🥰

[@EC-yd9yv]

I hear you... it's been over 2 decades for me. 💙🙏✨

[@em1s301]

​@@pamelasmith2625 oh dear bless you. I experience similar, and you write of it all so well. Each day I have the intention to make my day better for me. It is difficult, focus on one thing to smile about. ❤ cool or cold showers may help. I visit family that is a ferry ride and it kills me. No one gets it. Parking my car, walking with my luggage, getting on the ferry, repeat coming home. It's just so painful. Travel is really out of the question for me now.

[@missourigal]

Thank you so much! Just found your video. I see a pain management dr. who sent me to get muscle tests done (soooo painfull!!) and that dr. said 'has anyone ever told you that you probably have fibromyalgia?'. ugh, no. I just contacted the lab in southern calif. and am getting the blood test done that definitively says if you do or don't. That's why I started searching for videos on KZbin. I really liked how calmly and clearly you explained everything and I was able to take good notes. So much of what you mentioned as possible symptoms I have and years ago started being sensitive to cleaning products and loud noises. Thanks again Dr. Furlan!! :-) P.S. I have peripheral neuropathy for 4 yrs now and am gabapentin and tramadol. If this test is positive then maybe I will have to stop the tramadol...change to something else. And right now the last thing I want to do is move around...lol.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are welcome. Thank you for watching.

[@andrewkoscielniak6406]

Excellent video. I use it as a resource for client with fibro to help them understand the condition better and learn management strategies to add their their self management tool box. Thanks Dr. Furlan!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you Andrew! Let me know if there are any topics that your patients need information, and I can plan future videos.

[@user-ru1ki]

Dear Dr. Andrea, I'm so happy to discover your channel. This is a great video with an excellent explanation. I'm a 43 years old suffering from fibromyalgia for many years. I believe I have it since my childhood but of course it couldn't been diagnosed back then. Since 2018 followed by physical assault, my condition worsened. It was diagnosed by rheumatologist as severe fibromyasitis. I was granted disability from our National Insurance Institute. In April 2020 it became very progressive and I hardly go out of home since then. I'm a mother of three kids and don't have any resources to get any kind of therapy in order to improve my condition inspite of being in a medical field myself because it is private and very expensive.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment.

[@lindapelle8738]

Learn about self massage, using a tennis ball against the wall is extremely effective to treat trigger points that cause radiating pain throughout the muscle. Stretching is crucial. Walking, swimming, biking. They offer cognitive behavioral courses on line, plus you can learn from utube, as well as meditation and yoga for free. Good luck

[@GodsPromiseMadeNew]

I appreciate your video on this subject. I have Fibro and have used otc meds and no longer use them because of nasty side effects. I use cannabis in all forms exclusively and it's a lifesaver for me. Thanks again!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are welcome

[@muteesasiraedward4578]

Thank you so much for this educative piece,honestly wasn't taught in class about fibromyalgia but Thank God! i came across this video,God bless you..... PT Student

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You're so welcome!

[@QueenB661]

Thank you so much Dr for such an informative video. I was diagnosed with Fibro in 2020 and recently prescribed Gabapentin. Also have been seeing a psychiatrist and therapist, which have been a huge help. You touched on all good points!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for this comment. Have you seen my website yet? All of my videos are organized by topics and you can download all handouts, worksheets and booklets that I made. You will need to sign up for a membership to access all of my materials. It is FREE to become a member. Check it out: www.doctorandreafurlan.com And please remember that I do not give individual medical advice via email, social media or website. My channel and my website are for educational purposes only. For any individual medical advice, please talk to your doctor.

[@mw5556]

תודה רבה. תמיד מחכים ומעניין לשמוע את ההסברים. הכל נעשה ברור והקול מאד נעים. ערוץ נפלא.

[@user-nn8xo5jb2u]

I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome years ago. I suffered daily for 6 years, but cured it within 2 weeks after discovering the cause of my symptoms. After researching possible causes, I came across information about aspartame and MSG. I eliminated them both from my diet, which isn't always easy with MSG, since it's hidden in so many things and often not named in the ingredients although it is found in the listed ingredients as a component. After only two weeks of my new diet, ALL my symptoms disappeared, and I was back to my old self. This may not be the answer for everyone, but everyone should start there.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi I (what is your name?) Have you seen my video about anti-inflammatory diet? I talk about eliminating sweetners. And in my video about magnesium I talk about MSG.

[@sejalshah3954]

Hi I. Do do you eat any sweets or any carbohydrates? What do you usually eat now? Please reply when you get a chance. Thanks. Sejal Shah💕🙏❤️

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

Aspartame defiantly caused me pain, I was addicted to Diet Coke and Pepsi max. I haven’t thought much about MSG it’s a thought though. I’m also celiac ,so my diet is restricted. I hear gut health is very important, who knows I’m ready to try anything.

[@halehmohamed1625]

Thank you so much. It was complete, great and so useful explanation.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you

[@fayegee9894]

Thank you for making these educational videos that help us to deal with our issues. Love your work! Faye

[@susanmcd1458]

I’ve been taking low dose naltrexone (LDN) for almost two months now. The reduction of pain has been subtle but definite. We had it compounded down to 4.5 mg. I’m quite pleased with these results after suffering with a low grade of fibromyalgia for over 30 years.

[@brendagreer2292]

Me too

[@nareshhargun4854]

Thank you for the video I've had fibo for many years but this year I've had very bad head pains can't sleep also I have diabetes with high blood pressure,I was in hospital with theses pains and come out with pains they put me on lot's of different medicine but now 6 months later still in pain keep taking pain killers also on pregabalin on Aspirin to diabetes tables just feel like no body I look ok but feel tired and sick people say to me there's nothing wrong with you.im 63 year's old and have been surfing a lot still am but watching your video today made me realize I'm not the only one who feel, that nobody understand.thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Than you Naresh!

[@kellyfretts5381]

I appreciate this video so much as at this moment I have been having a severe flare up. I have had a physical job for 25 years and it has damaged my neck/shoulder to the point that I can't do much without it sending me into a fibro headache/neck/shoulder strain hell. I think hearing from a physician that this is real and not in my head made me cry. Feeling crazy for 20 years creates the anxiety, depression etc. My gp has not really helped me much over the years. I'm glad that it is finally becoming known as a real illness. Lately, the fall months and weather pressure systems have really become a trigger for me. It is all so exhausting emotionally and physically. I have lived alone all these years after raising my kids on my own because fibromyalgia took over my life and I had no mental or physical energy for anyone else. I know that exercise is helpful because it gets me breathing properly; something that fibro pain does is has me holding my breathe a lot. But now I seem to overdo it more and more which creates very bad hip/bottom pain for me. I have only every take advil to relieve the pain which is really only takes about 30% of it away. Thank you for your video and I will be watching more of them to at least feel emotionally ok.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I made this video to answer your question about flare- up kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5WvnKKrq9Sda8k

[@susanamal7418]

I am so happy to find this video, I've struggled with fibromyalgia for years and it took approx 6 years for it to diagnosed by a doctor, it was such a relief because I was literally in so much pain and doctors weren't listening. Your video is so informative and I certainly will try the things I didn't know. Thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Sorry to hear about your fibromyalgia. I'm glad I can help.

[@samtagarg3763]

Hi ..I get diffused pain just before sleeping in all over dorsal region ..is it fibromyalgia?

[@roshancharaniya7167]

I shared with my friend who is suffering from fibromyalgia 🙏

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Great!

[@DeeDee-pl8se]

Thank you so much for this video. It is so well explanained Fibromyalgia by you Dr. Furlan.I have learnt so much more about my condition.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Dee, you are welcome. Have you seen my other video about "central sensitization"? I think you may find it useful too.

[@Deba7777]

Thank you for this, that was very helpful!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are very welcome, Deb.

[@ramaphaniraj7339]

It is a very useful information,me being a senior doctor,inspite of sufferring this for quite some time,was not aware of such a diagnosis for this painful body.Thank you for this educating video.Dr.Rama phaniraj

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Rama, you are welcome. Have you seen my other video about "central sensitization"? I think you may find it useful too.

[@RaeNatMar78]

This video explains SO much and in an way that is easy to understand. My son pretty much understood it all and is starting to comprehend why everyone with Fibro doesn't have the exact same symptoms. My mom (💓) has Fibromyalgia, more severe than mine. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in my early 20s by a rheumatologist after a lot of blood work, CT Scans, MRIs, ultrasound, Xrays etc it was a process, I felt like a pin cushion. But got answers. Thanks Dr Furlan, sending you Positive Vibes

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Renee, I'm sorry to hear about that, and I am happy I could help. I have other videos about exercises for fibromyalgia on my channel.

[@RaeNatMar78]

@@DrAndreaFurlan I will be definitely checking them out! Thank you.

[@julie9504]

Dr. furlan you have saved me with this video. I am prepared now and cant wait to see my rheumatologist and neurologist. I thought I was crazy with all those symptoms you listed. thank god for your clear cut videos that Dr. Google could not help me with.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I am happy to help. I agree with you that knowledge is power! I have many other videos about fibromyalgia on my channel. Let me know how the conversation with your doctors unfold. Doctors also need more knowledge about fibromyalgia.

[@nishabaduge4128]

Grate job, appreciated...I like all your videos and most of them share with my friends too ..thanks Dr..

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

So nice of you Nisha!

[@nj3509]

Try taking Viramin D3 10,000 IUs + Magnesium 500 mgs + K2 300 mcgs + Alpha Lipoic Acid 100mgs + B12 atleast 5000mcgs daily for acute and chronic fibromyalgia.

[@fayegee9894]

Thank you Dr. Furlan for your amazing videos and education that makes complete sense. Your explanations are well done and easy to understand. Keep up the great work it is very helpful to me and others. Faye

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You're most welcome!

[@bonniemaesavage8775]

I had severe fibromyalgia...you can get past it...diet..remove stress..realign emotional and physical system

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@mylibrary3991]

Wonderful video on the subject. Thanks ma'am.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@valerielyda6414]

Excellent Presentation!

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@vasanthamurthy3691]

Have been suffering for more than 35 years. So far no doctor has been able to help. Am tired of consulting. Some refuse to accept it is fibbromyalgia. Ianage as best as I can by being positive, being as active as I can and taking a painkiller when pain is very severe. Rest is left to the Almighty to help me.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Vasantha, have you seen my video about central sensitization?

[@shoshanachavab]

Thank you thank you 🙏 thank you 🙏 for your understanding of fibro. I was at a rheumatologist yesterday who totally dismissed me. I have had this for most of my life and I am now 77 and basically deal with it on my own.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are so welcome!

[@maryarchangel2131]

Me too. I am 70 and I reckon I have had it from childhood. Dr Furlan explained me!! 😁 I have been looked at askance and even had a doc recently tell me Fib doesn't exist. When I told him I had been diagnosed with it, he just gave me a blank stare. Oh, anyway!! Par for the course. I have had to find my own way of dealing with it. But, it was such a relief to find this video. So, you are not alone 👍

[@robinlong1653]

They do that after 65+ I've had it going on 34 years and I'm getting a complete run around ..they're trying to have me try medications I tried near 30 years ago. I used to do educational support..meds removed, laws changed...in bed since, but the Neurologist irdered a new wheel chair as he didn't take my insurance anymore..true.

[@violetar.corpus174]

It's very informative. A million thanks!

[@tessajetta8146]

I am lucky to have a sympathetic physician

[@sophelet]

My sister has fibromyalgia (called "textbook fibromyalgia" by one of her doctors) as well as ankylosing spondylitis. It's a lot for her to cope with. The only medicine she takes that has helped with this is medical grade marijuana in liquid form; she gets it by prescription and puts a couple of droplets under her tongue every day.

[@a.mstree]

Same… the only thing that helps me is oils or gummys… we need to lose the marijuana taboo and make it available as a medication for everyone

[@barbarasmith4560]

I wished it was legal in NC

[@brianwalker1933]

Depending on the severity of your pain, if l were you, l would definitely consider moving to where it is legal. It is a ridiculous situation that governments have so much power and authority over people, to the point that they can deny anyone access to something that grows naturally, that can help alleviate pain and which is created by god. (if you’re a believer) No wonder people use marijuana illegally to deal with their pain. My wife suffers chronic pain and has had enough of the inefficiency of pharmaceutical medications, which obviously has many serious side effects that in many instances, just creates more health problems than their supposed benefits. She is currently waiting on an appointment to see a specialist pain management doctor in the hope that she can convince the doctor to prescribe for her, a prescription for medicinal marijuana. If she is unsuccessful, then she will obtain it from “other”sources. These corrupt governments are forcing law-abiding citizens to become criminals. 😩

[@venkataswamyparagati9548]

She has any side effects and addicted to it.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I have a new video about ankylosing spondylitis. Check here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmOQgoR9osprbqc

[@noemijimenez3616]

Thank you! Very informative. 👏

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@suzannejohnson7495]

This video is so great! I love that you make me feel like the pain is real, unlike a lot of videos where they kind of talk down to you. I don’t have a fibro diagnosis yet but I have had chronic pain for many years. Just waiting for a rheumatologist to see me. Do you think there is anything I can do in the mean time? I would love to find a pain clinic but I fear a lot of them are not well versed in fibromyalgia

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@amberd3985]

Thankyou I understand my symptoms much better. Thanks

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@erikabowersmith7709]

i've had fibromyalgia for 25 years. i've had 20 surgeries....i've been told i'm crazy etc. my back and neck are fused knees replaced. i was hit head on by drunk driver at 19 and i'm 63 now. i have severe neuropathy lost a kidney. walking is the only exercise i can do. after all these years no dr will give me nothing for pain unless i have surgery. i live a very quiet life try to avoid stress but it's difficult. thank you for the info

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are welcome Erika.

[@tierabaz3718]

Thanks a Lot for the great video and for the advice, information and tips 😊😊👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Please consider subscribing to this channel. I post videos that help people with chronic pain.

[@bozenaromanowski6114]

love it, thank you

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you too!

[@evelineache7718]

Thank you so much for your videos. I'm a GP practicing in Mboppi Baptist hospital Douala, Cameroon and I have learned a lot from your videos. We don't really have pain specialists in my country and so as a GP, i see so many people with pain issues. Some of which im usually clueless about what they are talking about. I have gotten more insight since I started watching your videos

[@JLAnails]

Thank you for sharing this information

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are welcome, Jay.

[@shelleybeans5981]

I'm curious as to what your explanation is for those with fibromyalgia who have had positive results with opioids managing their pain. Many diagnosed with fibro found them to be the one medication that diminished the pain enough to allow exercise and the activities mentioned in the video. Of course it's crucial to pace oneself during these activities. In the past, doctors including rheumatologists would rely on feedback from patients on what medications worked. Many were on same opioid dose for years and even decades without hyperalgesia. Now that so many patients have been forcibly tapered from opioids, the increased pain has resulted in becoming homebound and health declines from inactivity. Would you say these patients have been misdiagnosed with fibro or maybe there's more to fibro than what is currently thought to be true?

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for your question, it is a very good one. I have a couple of comments about it: 1) It is important to make sure that the diagnosis of fibromyalgia is done properly. I found that many patients are labelled as fibromyalgia, but they have other conditions that can explain the pain, such as osteoarthritis, myofascial pain, neuropathic pain, etc. 2) If the person truly has fibromyalgia, then the endogenous opioid is altered (overactive) and may be contributing to the ongoing pain of fibromyalgia. For this reason naltrexone provides some relief. 3) There is no evidence that opioids provide long-term benefits from randomized trials. In fact, there is evidence from observational studies showing that patients on opioids have worse quality of life than patients with fibromyalgia who are not on opioids. We need to remember that there is high quality strong evidence that other drugs, exercises, mind-body therapies, are effective for fibromyalgia. 4) The only opioid that showed some minor effects in fibromyalgia was tramadol, and it might have been because of the serotonin effects. 5) The side effects of opioids will aggravate the symptoms of fibromyalgia, such as fatigue, mental fog, low mood, poor concentration, sleep apnea, low sex hormones, poor immune response, etc. 6) The other medications that are effective for fibromyalgia (duloxetine, pregabalin and milnacipran) do not work well when the patient is receiving opioids at the same time. 7) If a patient says they are taking opioids for fibromyalgia, I would still suggest to lower the dose very slowly, maybe 2-5% of the total dose every month, and keep doing this until the total dose is very low. If we try to eliminate the opioid too quickly the body will feel withdrawal and the patient will not want to continue tapering the dose down. Despite all these reasons, there are still too many patients with fibromyalgia taking opioids.

[@kaylabryson1932]

I have a life because of Ultram and lunesta . I have been on Ultram for 16 yes. I’m 60 yr old and active with family’s and gardening. I was home bound and had no life before. I do have to pace myself and rest a lot... and I am still in pain but I have a much better life than I had at 40.

[@ronesss33]

KBB I have just turned 50 and the thought of bending over to pick a weed out of my garden is exhausting 😽

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Pepps33, I am sorry to hear that. Please keep doing your garden, don't give up.

[@sharonw2008]

Shelly I agree with you, I take Tramacet which is a Tramadol and paracetamol mix. Without it I can't function at all as my pain levels are excruciating, I've tried stronger Tramadol on it's own along with slow release and it doesn't help me at all. My GP is continually trying to get me off it but still the Tramacet is the only thing that helps. I actually put off going anywhere near the doctors now because of this even when I really need to see him as I know it will be mentioned now and it causes me so much anxiety. I hope you find something that works for you and you get the medical support you need xx

[@debramcfadden7564]

Thank you....... I’m giving you to my Doctor... love all your lectures!!!!!! 💜

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Wonderful!

[@neily25]

Great information, Doc

[@mariateresaspagliardi4692]

Complimenti dr Furlan x questo video, lei è molto brava e preparata 👏... buon lavoro e tanti saluti dall'Italia🤗🙋🏼🇮🇹

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Grazie

[@lindaellis9349]

Ohl thank you...this video should be viewed by all doctors!! Blessings to all of us carrying this burden....

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

That is great to hear. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@ivonnedustin9659]

ty - been dx wth fibro-and my dr doesnt listen when i mention my inability to tolerate bright light, loud noises, cold or extremely hot in cold days, he brushes me off

[@CJ21CJ]

That’s very sad, I too have terrible sensory issues including all you described above. I feel your pain!

[@fernandajanicas5776]

Thank you dr Andrea, very well explained, my body feels like I been ran by a truck, it hurts everywhere even the clothes hurt me,☹️

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You're so welcome, Fernanda. Did you watch my other video of "Central Sensitization" that I released this week?

[@Weissguys6]

Yes!!! My clothes hurt too!!!

[@faithfultita1585]

Thank you so much for this, incredibly, accurate information about fibromyalgia! What do you think of Wellbutrin? Is it safe to take for long time?

[@bayoak]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

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[@rambhattacharjee1850]

Very very helpful

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Glad to hear that

[@manigehnezami4816]

Your information wounder full

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@android429]

Thank you!! I now have a comprehensive video to send people 🥰❤️🙏🏼

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Andrea, thank you for this comment and for being a subscriber.

[@WendyHannan-pt7ez]

This is fantastic, thank you Dr, I’ve subscribed as well. It’s been a very hard disease to pin point, thanks to Drs like your self talking about it helps tremendously.

[@michelespier5879]

I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis and neuropathy. It had been more than challenging trying to live a quality life with the constant widespread chronic pain and fatigue.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I hope you get better soon, Michele.

[@jennyc5132]

Thankyou Dr Andrea you have been most helpful. I will certainly go back to my GP to discuss this further. I have been down that traditional multi medico pathway. Its been 26 years now. And still various rheumatologists tell me I have FM others say I have Lupus (SLE) although I dont respond to any of the medications tried. I am on opiodes.. Norspan patch 15 mic. This may make things worse but I do know if I try going off the patches I can hardly get out of my chair... kind regards from Western Australia

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[@keariewashburn4680]

Thank you so much for your video on this. Yes there has to be a balance of everything to feel better and manage. I have gotten out of balance because of life changes. I'm in an environment right now that is really not healthy for me and has everything out of balance. I'm trying to get out of this environment and life much happier and healthier. One day at a time, and not be overwhelmed. Thanks again for your video.❤😊

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Kearie, Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@lyndabaillargeon4955]

Hi, thank you for your videos I love them all. You are always interesting and I learn a lot of things. Have a good day 😉

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Glad you like them!

[@Tinyteacher1111]

Thank you! I do take Tramadol for leg pain, Cymbalta, and vitamins. I do see a pain doctor because I have other problems as well and take a low dose of morphine HCL ER.

[@dr.vigneshkumarphdphysioth6585]

Excellent presentation about fibromyalgia quiet disabling and people struggling with central.sensitization & nociplastic type of pain but no one is guiding them biopsycho social model.is the answer ...great dr

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you!

[@monalisahelen]

This is the best explanation of fibromyalgia I have ever seen. I have been suffering from this condition for one year and a half now... One of the worst parts of all this is to find the correct diagnosis and to accepted it. I still do not believe that a night I slept healthy and in the other day I woke up in pain until now. I am so happy I have found you. How can I make an appointment with you? Thank you very much for making all these videos.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Monalisa. Please ask your doctor to send a referral to TAPMI (Toronto Academic Pain Medicine Institute) and add my name. Here is the link to be referred to me: tapmipain.ca/assets/pdfs/F5061TAPMIExternalReferralForm-5pagesUPDATEAUGUST2019.pdf

[@anjalipathania7650]

Yes...l am also having the pains all over my body n not able to sleep. I keep stretching my arms.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Anjali. Please talk to your doctor about that.

[@traceytansley1659]

@@DrAndreaFurlan Dr. ANDREA, YOU ARE IN Toronto, Ontario? I really need help with this and my doctor doesn't know much.

[@Trissa.33]

This is a wonderfully informative video, thank you. I find the music pace and volume very distracting from the subject though. I wonder if it's possible to lower it or remove it please? I'm finding that the subject matter is too important and knowledgeable to mask it with music.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Hi Trissa, I can't remove the music after it is published. Sorry about that.

[@allvesant5071]

Thank you so much!!..😉🌻

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are very welcome.

[@rueleverland4584]

Thank you so much for this!!🥰

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

You are so welcome!

[@tinaborteye9157]

Thank you, this is the best informational video I have seen about fibromyalgia.

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

I'm glad to hear that Tina. I'll do a LIVE KZbin session to make an announcement this Saturday. March 4th at 11 am ET. I hope to see you there.

[@maryarchangel2131]

Very, very helpful. Thank you

[@DrAndreaFurlan]

Thank you for watching the video and writing this comment. Please share this video with your friends. I have lots of videos about chronic pain on my channel kzbin.info And don't forget to turn on the notifications 🔔

[@maryarchangel2131]

@@DrAndreaFurlan I have shared this with my family who have seen me suffer for years with Fib and wondered when medical professionals treated me like a hypochondriac. Thank you, Doctor 🙏

[@starseed462]

I have had depression and successfully treated for it since I was 30 . In my 50s I had what I can describe to people my body feels like it’s seizing up! I would get excruciating pain in my thighs shoulders back hips ankles knees. My body felt like it was unable to move freely and full of pain. This would come and go I attributed it to old age, the weather, tired! I finally told the dr and he ran all tests to include autoimmune deficiency over 500 types and rheumatoid arthritis all was normal. My diagnosis is Fibromyalgia! I get these Flare up and become debilitated it affects my walking so much leg ankle foot hip and back pain. It can last a couple of weeks and then it subsides but it kicks my butt I feel totally exhausted! I take Cymbalta and something for pain only when it becomes unbearable! I get sensitive to loud noise, brain fog, and very sensitive to any situation that causes stree! Swimming helps me and warmth .