Third type of Pain

Again...taken from article at: http://www.fmcfsme.com/article_theseventypesoffmpain.php
"Paresthesia & Fibromyalgia

Paresthesias are odd nerve sensations that can feel like crawling, tingling, burning, itching or numbness. Sometimes, these sensations can be painful. Paresthsias are also associated with peripheral neuropathy, chemotherapy drugs, multiple sclerosis and migraine."

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I experience crawling, tingling, burning and/or itching all on a regular basis. Various locations. Generally the itching, when scratched, results in pain. I don't know that I necessarily have numbness- I do experience neuropathy in my hands and feet. I just don't know that I go past the tingling to numbness.

That one was quick and to the point- lol.

My lower back has been extremely painful the past few days. Painful when up and especially when walking. Not so bad when sitting. Lying down is iffy. *sigh* My hands ache something terrible right now. Hands and feet are tingly. I am exhausted. Had one nap already today.

My IBS seems to be acting up a little. Was bad the other day though I had forgotten to take my lactaid (I take one every morning and it helps.) Had my latte and I think it was related to that. I know caffeine is a big no-no. I will not be giving up my lattes though. Just will not do it. I have cut down from two sometimes three a day to one sometimes two. I have also given up soda (again) and am drinking LaCroix sparkling water. I like the lime the best. I also like the grapefruit but I prefer it when mixed with cranberry juice.

My husband is so understanding and supportive of me and what I am going through. I appreciate that so much- I am lucky to have that.