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I Have been Diagnosed with Bi-Polar and Fibromyagia I also have Hypothyroid problems I hurt really Bad at times but I stay as active as possiable to try to keep from getting bed bound, I have alot of swelling is this from fibro? or could I be misdiagnose
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Fibromyalgia is a prevalent condition that affects many people in the United States. Approximately 3.7 million Americans have Fibromyalgia. That is 1 in every 73 people.
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Swelling can occur for a
Swelling can occur for a variety of reasons. Medications are often the culprit. Are you on any meds that list edema or swelling as a side effect? If so, you may want to ask your physician about this.
Where are you experiencing swelling? Swelling in your legs and feet sometimes occurs if you are on your feet a lot and/or have poor circulation in your lower extremities.Some people experience more swelling in warm weather. Sometimes swelling can be a sign of heart disease (congestive heart failure).
Swelling can occur for many reasons- it is best to bring up this problem with your physician. In the meantime, drink a lot of water. Sometimes people tend to restrict fluids when they are swelling, and this can actually make the problem worse.
I hope you can get to the bottom of this annoying problem, and keep on moving!
Jennifer Bunn, RN
I cleaned houses for 20 years
I cleaned houses for 20 years and almost had to quit at one time because of the knee swelling and pain. I had to go up stairs just one stair at a time. Since I am now being treated with Effexor and Welbutrin, I live pain free and and could run a marathon (or put up hay since we live on a farm:~)
I had aalllll of the classic fibro symptoms for 30 years. I know it's the Welbutrin that controls the pain and swelling because it returned when my pharmacist had switched the brand I was on (it is an anti-inflamatory). That happened about 3 times before they finally keep in on hand for me.
The same Rx can work and not work differently with each brand or generic name because each company may use different fillers that your body may not be able to absorb as well.
Chris in Fremont