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Vancouver, BC

PsA & psoriasis

January 18, 2024
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A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Yes, I have fibromyalgia. 1st diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis, then psoriasis, then psoriatic arthritis and the fibromyalgia. The symptoms are utter overwhelming exhaustion, no reason. You could wake up exhausted 😩

January 21, 2024 (edited)
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Yes, I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia a few years ago. I have middle back pain and a squeezing sensation all the way around my ribs. I also have many tender points, but they are different than the ones used to diagnose Fibromyalgia. If I press anywhere right by my bones, I get pain that feels like I'm bruised. This is especially bad on the back of my upper arms, across the chest, and along the bones in my thighs and legs. I get tired in the afternoons and need to take a nap, however, I am 70 years old so I would probably do that anyway. I was taking Amitriptyline for a few years and then stopped and switched to Pregabalin (Lyrica). I take 50 mg three times a day. Higher doses make very woozy. The Pregabalin might be helping me, I'm not sure. I also use a TENS unit for my back when needed. Heating pads or microwave pads help with my back pain.

January 21, 2024
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

I was diagnosed years ago with fibromyalgia, PSA, osteoarthritis and small fiber neuropathy. I have fatigue, brain fog , joint pain, back pain and painful points on both sides of my body. I assume the painful points are due to the fibro, and maybe the brain fog. It's hard to tell what is causing each symptom.

January 21, 2024
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Yes. I was diagnosed with Fibro in 2013 and just recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. My symptoms with Fibro are morning stiffness, poor sleep quality, anxiety, depression, muscle pain, fatigue, migraines, sensory overload and sensitivities to medications. I could be missing something...lol but that is the majority of it.

January 18, 2024
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Is it possible to have both PsA and fibromyalgia? Yes, it is. One MyPsoriasisTeam member shared, “I have fibromyalgia and PsA, so I see a rheumatologist and a pain management specialist.” Symptoms of fibromyalgia include widespread pain, fatigue, headaches, digestive issues, sleep disorders, and cognitive difficulties like Show Full Answer

Is it possible to have both PsA and fibromyalgia? Yes, it is. One MyPsoriasisTeam member shared, “I have fibromyalgia and PsA, so I see a rheumatologist and a pain management specialist.” Symptoms of fibromyalgia include widespread pain, fatigue, headaches, digestive issues, sleep disorders, and cognitive difficulties like "fibro fog." If you suspect you have both conditions, consult your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

July 16, 2024

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