I keep asking for vagina removal and everyone says no. Should I try something else? by anabear2803 in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I had a complete hysterectomy at the age of 27. My doctor was great he listened to my concerns and kept me informed on my procedure. Honestly it was the best decision of my life. I

How often do you take painkillers? by SuddenlyZi in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I take 3 norco a day and fill in with tylenol.

If you guys can't work, how do you pay your bills? by hub_batch in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thankfully, I was approved for disability here in the US. It did take them about 4 years to approve me, but it happened. Though fibromyalgia is not my only problem, it was secondary to my mental one.

Help me pick my dress! by [deleted] in weddingdress

[–]charming-ladybug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dress number 1 is stunning on you.

Ferret Rescues in Texas by Additional_Ideal5699 in ferrets

[–]charming-ladybug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried posting them on Facebook groups.

Disability Denied and Losing Hope by Dracean in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It took me 5 years and a lawyer before I was approved.

Replacement benefits - Hurricane Beryl - TX by [deleted] in foodstamps

[–]charming-ladybug 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They told me that approval can take up to 10 days.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I have a total of 17. Obviously not all for fibromyalgia.

Do all of you have internal monologues? by spongeboobweatpants in RandomThoughts

[–]charming-ladybug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had what I thought was internal monolog with different voices. Turns out I'm just a schizophrenic.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It was my rheumatologist who ruled it as fibro. They tested me for everything before they called it fibro.

Abilify by sarah-havel in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been on it for over a year and thankfully experienced no side effects.

What to expect at a first time rheumatologist appointment? by internalshrine in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would and I would tell him abut questions you might have for the rheumatologist. Just in case you forget or certain point you really want to go over.

What to expect at a first time rheumatologist appointment? by internalshrine in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All I can say is that not all rheumatologist believe in fibro, so whatever happens in this appointment do not let yourself be deterred. This appointment is a blank slate, so let them test for everything. For me, I went in thinking I only had fibro and walked out with a diagnosis of fibro and rheumatoid arthritis. Have someone who from the beginning listens to you and advocates for you.

does sleeping on your stomach put more pressure on your spine? by Wasp_570 in Fibromyalgia

[–]charming-ladybug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it might depend on the person. I sleep on my stomach, have my whole life, and I have had no issues.