Let me introduce myself...

Hi all! Thought I would introduce myself and start networking. I'm a 34 year old mum of 2 boys, from South Australia

I suffer from a whole raft of illnesses and, as such, have become quite isolated and socially awkward. The only adult contact I have is with my husband and when I accidentally make eye contact with other parents at my childs school 😉

My hobbies include photography, beach walks and hiking. These days though, I don't get out for many walks because of pain etc

At the moment, I am only receiving treatment for my thyroid, and recently started new (stronger) pain meds. Am waiting for an appointment for a new rheumatologist who specialises in Fibro..

I can't wait to learn some new ways of managing pain, expressing pain levels, and chat with people in the same boat!

Welcome Cazbadams to our community. We are one big family. We come from all over the world. I am from USA. I have fibro among other things. Does heat help you. You can soak I warm water in tub with 1-2 cups Epsom salts. Heating pad or blanket. I know it gets hot there so don't know if that would work, Some people take supplements magnesium, vitamin D, vitamin B complex, fish oil.

Thanks!
I've been contemplating taking magnesium as I've heard it has some great benefits.
It does get hot here, and I don't do too well with heat. Kind of a Catch 22: the heat would help with aches and pains, but would also cause hives and dizziness.
Thanks for all your suggestions. I'll be researching them tonight!