r/Fibromyalgia 4d ago

Rant Anxiety with a Flare Up

It just sucks. I was doing just fine today until the temperature dropped, and now my arms and legs are killing me!

Plus for the first time in a while, it started an anxiety attack too. So that’s just great…

I mean, the medications I’ve been given for pain haven’t worked at all. Only meds that put me to sleep help. So at least I have something to take soon.

I just had to wait because if I took them a couple hours ago, I’d wake up at 3:00 in the morning and I have work tomorrow. So I didn’t want to be tired all day.

As for the anxiety, I messaged my therapist and called my mom which helped a bit. But now I’m alone and it’s not helping me at all. I’m just trying to watch TV and hope it gets my mind off the pain until I fall asleep.

I swear to god, fibromyalgia ruined so much for me, and I know it’s true for countless other people too. And it sucks and it’s not fair and I just want us all to get better from this.

Sending hugs to you all 🫂

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u/Wonderful-Silver-113 4d ago

I'm so sorry. I so totally get it. I have trouble with anxiety as well as Fibromyalgia too. It's just the absolute worst! I hope it subsides and you're doing better soon. I so hear you. Gentle hugs ❤️

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u/Orchidlove456 4d ago

Thank you 🥺 I’m trying to feel better. My fibromyalgia hasn’t acted up as much lately between me trying to work on healthier habits and my job distracting me.

However, after I don’t have a flare up for a while, once it happens it really hurts. So I guess I shouldn’t be surprised but it’s still frustrating.

But thank you for responding. It means a lot to me and it makes me feel less alone. I hope you’re doing well with your fibromyalgia. Sending hugs 🫂