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sue21108
sue21108

Please can someone tell me if this is  normal to get so much pain in my neck head and shoulders.  I have noticed over the last few weeks that my neck is aching.  Today I can hardly lift my arms shooting pain through arm up into neck.  If I touch the side of my head pain will go back down my neck.  I get have always had  pain all over but never so bad as it is in my shoulders etc today.  I feel sick and dizzy.   Love to know if anyone else has experienced this.   

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  • loxie
    loxie sue21108

    Posted

    Hi Sue.  Obviously everybody's symptoms could be as a result of different causes but a recent MRI I had showed up reduction in several of the discs in my neck, which hadnt up til that point caused any discomfort but it has developed into neck and shoulder pain recently.  My GP said it was probably due to 'wear and tear' from work related issues, ie sitting at a desk or computer screen for long periods.  Do speak to your doctor, as it could be OA or perhaps a trapped nerve, which physio or anti inflammatories could relieve.
    • sue21108
      sue21108 loxie

      Posted

      Thank you for your reply, Loxie, I know I have problems with my neck but this has gone even further now.  I will have a chat to my GP I am also waiting for a rheumatology appointment so they may be able to advise me.

      Take care.

  • laura11452
    laura11452 sue21108

    Posted

    Hi Sue 

    I get pain on both sides of my neck, both shoulders and pains in my arms. I also can get a burning sensation.. For a day or two I was getting something like electric shocks in one of my arms.. When I touch certain parts of my legs or arms when iam really bad it feels like its in my veins all the way down them.. I am always dizzy and have nausea.. I hardly get through a day without headaches..

    Are you stressed at the minute??  I find it can make things worse.. 

    • sue21108
      sue21108 laura11452

      Posted

      Hi Laura

      Thanks for replying.  Have to be honest I have been under huge stress for the last couple of years.  My father being ill and then my brother. They both sadly  passed away towards the  end of last year within 2months of each other.  My Mum is 88 and I have no other brothers or sister to care for her.  My husband is brilliant but I do find mentally it hard to cope with.  My fibro stops me doing so much for her, when I get good days I tend to push myself too much that then has a knock on effect.

    • laura11452
      laura11452 sue21108

      Posted

       I  am sorry for your loss you have had a very sad and difficult time.

      When I am stressed I get a lot of pain in my neck hence the reason I asked..I have went for acupuncture when I was so tight around my head and neck it felt like I had a swimming cap on.. I actually came out laughing because it helped so much and I felt great..You could try that as an option..

      I totally understand how frustrating Fybro is.  I am very independant and do decorating, gardening, DIY etc etc ..I cannot do half as much as I use to and I find this illness very debilitating at times.. But I am trying to come to terms with it and that I have no control over this disability.. I can only do as much as my body allows me..

      I can totally understand your frustration in not being able to help your mum as much as you would like.. But you are doing the best you can for her.. 

      Have you also thought of grief counselling to get support?

       

    • sue21108
      sue21108 laura11452

      Posted

      Regarding grief counselling a friend of mine has recently been going and found it very helpful.  It is certainly something I need to think about. The same friend is a very good listener and I think we need someone like that.

      Like you I have always enjoyed decorating, gardening and DIY.  It is hard to accept that you can't do everything you have done before.  I always give it ago but sometimes it just knocks me for six.  Thanks for being so understanding  

    • laura11452
      laura11452 sue21108

      Posted

      You are more than welcome Sue.. As you said we all need someone that is a good listener and gets what we are going through..

      The fact that you are still giving things ago even though it knocks you for six shows strength of character.  and that your not willing to give up easily.. A friend told me small steps and do what you can..

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