OldAndCrankyThis stupid covid thing has flared the fibromyalgia up big time. I haven't really had to deal with it since last winter (it tends to be a tad seasonal with me). Any advice would be appreciated. #fibromyalgia
RhyothemisI think my pain is/was due to small fiber neuropathy; there's some discussion in the literature whether or not fibromyalgia and SFN are the same thing or not.
Things that have reduced my pain:
- I went on a low fiber colonoscopy prep diet and was amazed at the pain reduction. Eating only rice, tapioca made with water, and a bit of applesauce is not really sustainable, but if you need a break, it might be worth trying.
- TTFD, a form of thiamine. I had been taking a B-complex with thiamine Hcl for many months prior, so the form seemed to make a difference.
- Sun exposure; I don't mean sunbathing, just going outside in the morning fully clothed.
- Fucoidan. I take LEF brand, 1 cap/day.
- LDN
- Magnesium
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Hope you find something that works for you.