Me vs. Fibromyalgia: Part 14 -- Proof to Convince a Non-Believer

I must say, the fact that I feel the need to write this post after having Fibromyalgia for nine years bothers me, A LOT. In 2012, Fibro was recognized as a permanent disability and in 2015, it was recognized by Healthcare providers. Yet, in my ten month journey of writing this blog, I have met hundreds of women and men whose doctors, family, loved ones and employers still don't believe their condition and think they are "lazy, crazy, making it up, or frankly, just full of crap." So, for those of you that are going through this, first and foremost, I am here for you. Second, I've laid out some things you can do to get proof of your condition and share with those non-believers who are making you feel worse than you already feel. Let's put an end to this once and for all. A good rheumatologist is a MUST Your GOOD rheumatologist will be able to start your Fibromyalgia diagnosis by testing you with the "tender point" test (see image) image source Bring your closest loved one(s) INTO the exam room so they can see your pain (literally), while the doctor pokes and prods at the most excruciating parts of your body. Yes, you will have blood drawn and yes, you will be bruised for a few days, it's worth it. What is the doc looking for? Vitamin deficiencies, Sjorens, thyroid issues, diabetes and the rest of a large work up of labs. When you go back to the doc for results, again, bring your loved one into the exam room. He/She is now going to hear from a third party that there is an a...
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