Problems with Spine - Any connection to Fibromyalgia
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I'm seeing my GP this week to ask for a Rheumatology referral. Not sure if I do have Fibromyalgia, but I am sure I have a problems with my spine, particularly my cervical area (in the base of the neck) and my Lumbar region (the part of spine at my lower back and pelvic area).
These areas get hot and inflammed. I was wondering whether this condition could be the primary cause of my problems, or are they all included in Fibromyalgia.
Most of my symptoms seem to match the fibro condition but it's tricky to know until I am diagnosed properly.
Anyone else have trouble with their spine?
I have just found out I have low iron levels - any connection?
I am aware that I am grasping at straws, but it's all I can do until I get answers.
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Maggers famrosa
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famrosa Maggers
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Will let you know
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TeresaJS famrosa
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With those symptoms two of the first things to rule out are scoliosis and rheumatoid arthritis. It's therefore too soon to know if it's fibromyalgia. Low ferritin causes tiredness so it worsens the symptoms.
Red & Hot is usually a rheumatoid arthritis symptom.
See if some Epsom Salts baths could help you while you wait for answers.
Take care. Teresa.
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I recently had blood tests through my GP for Arthritis and they have come back normal. My GP has been a bit dismissive when it comes to a rheumatologist referral but I will insist when I see her again on Thrusday.
Many Thanks
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I have neck pain - saw a chiropractor for years before diagnosis. MRI showed discs were dehydrated in neck. I have similar pain in lower back. Heat pads help as does the good old epsom salts bath. You really do need a rheumatologist to diagnose exactly what is going on. Good luck with your appointment on Thursday. Keep us posted
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Good luck at the rheumy, i hope I get some answers
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