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How To Handle Fatigue And Weakness?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Orlando, FL

I was recently diagnosed with fibro and have been hypothyroid for quite a few years as well. Though the pain isn't great, I feel like my biggest issue is trying to get through fatigue and muscle weakness. I've noticed I can no longer stand in one place or walk around for too long anymore, some days my legs give just trying to walk to the bathroom. Walking up or down a flight of stairs has become my everest.

Are there any tricks or treatments to get through the day? To make it easier to walk?

June 1, 2018
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A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi Kaleigh, I find what helps me is using a cane it helps with my balance. My feet hurt all the time and walking is really hard most of the time. When I feel my legs and feet are hurting an awful lot I have to sit down and rest. We all need to pray for a cure. God Bless.

June 1, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Pace yourself and look up the spoon method. Its all about structuring your daily routine so that you cope and function. Its so easy to have a day where you feel semi normal then ruin it by doing too much. The spoon method will help you learn to cope and have some functionality.

June 2, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Have you been tested for low iron? Sometimes low thyroid goes hand-in-hand with low iron and also low B12.

June 1, 2018

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