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Hi Bil, Sorrry I haven't gotten back to you sooner. Frankly, I don't know how to attach a PDF to the site. I do it all the time when i have a regular email situation. Sorry! I've been investigating in a general way what may appear to be underlying causes of fibro. Like i mentioned to yo once before....Ebstein barr can trigger it, Thyriod problems can be connected to pain and fibro--either hypo or hyper.
Although my thyriod is ok on paper, it doesn't mean it is optimal. I amy have mild hyperthyriodism. A weak immune system appears to be a cause of lots of probelms--inclulding fibro. If you just google the general area, lots of material is available. I'm a especially interested in the thyriod issue. I just entered "thyriod disease and muscle pain" and I got a really good article--Muscle and Joint Pain with Thyriod Disease by Mary Shomom. What I've found is nothing really scholarly but i am a sincere believer in alternative or integrated medicine for chronic problems. I'd love to get to the source of the probelm and deal with that. TI wich you well. Wish I could be of more help. Thanks Joe

Bill, I was diagnosed with Ebstein Barr. Supposedly many people test positive. So, I just yahoo-ed Ebsten Barr and fibromylgia and a ton of stuff appeared on the internet. It seems that the virus may trigger fibro. I am now going to a homeopathic (MD) who does chelation therapy, so I tried that on the internet as well. Again, lots of stuff came up. WEBMD was one of the sources. I'm really struggling with things now. It appears thatI might have myofacia pain as well. It seems that things are getting wose by the week. I recently went to the Hospital for Special Surgery to their Pain Management Department. I'm getting new MRIs of my back and neck because that's whre the main source of pain is from. I've been to chiropractic and physical therapy. They make things worse. I Just can't believe what is happening to me.
Not on anything expect cymbalta. I

Hi Bill,

A quick question: Have you ever heard of Chelation treatments for fibromyalgia? I believe that is is supposed to clear toxins and build the immune system. A stronger immune system might wipe out the Ebstein Barr firus which was found as a result of a blood test. It appears that Ebstein Barr may bring on FMS.

Hi Bill, I'm going to have an EMG test on Thursday which was suggested by a neurologist. I'm also going to see the rhumatologist again next week. I've been dong a great deal of reading on FMS. I've read about a lot of diagnostic tests to determine the source of pain. Does the Pain Management Clinic at Beth Israel diagnostically test for different causes/sources of pain, or is their main purpose to control pain as a result of a previous diagnosis? I'm really getting overwhelmed at all of the possible causes and remedies for FMS, it appears to unending. I'm especially concerned about the relationship between FMS and theimmune system. Thanks. Joe

Bill - I take 50mg of Lyrica twice a day and 25/50mg of Seroquel each night. Thanks for your interest. I really don't feel anything significant from either medication, I'm probably "hooked" on Seroquel--been taking it for about 5 years. Beginning a low carb, low gluten and low sugar diet--I hear that might help. Take care - Joe

Bill, Currently on Cymbalta (80mg) and Lyrica, prescribed by family doctor. I laso take Seroquel for sleep; it is a life-saver. Rhumatologist does not believe cymbalta works. I have to see her again for a treatment plan. Not sure that she is the best doctor for me. Thanks again. Joe

Bill,

Can't thank you enough for taking the time to provide with with such great information. I need the best people I can get.

Joe

Hi Bill,

I'm Joseph from Bronx, NY. Have you found a good fibro MD in the City?
Good to meet you! Be well.

Hi Bill, hope u're having a good week. I'm intrigued by your background in scholarly, academic & med publishing. What led u into that?