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How Do You Live With AS And Fibromyalgia?
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Hello everyone
I have recently diagnosed with AS and tried Humira for 3months-break for1 month-comeback for another month-then stopped. My doctors asked me to stop and also some insurance problems. Right now what I can see when I'm one Humira that my neck, shoulders, and upper back stiffness improve But NOT my Lower back. That's why my doctor keep saying it's not working for me, then she said it's because you have fibromyalgia too. I have tried physical medicine and physical therapy and it… read more

posted March 28
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Does anyone have a recommendation for a good rheumatologist and Physical medicine therapist in Seattle WA? Thanks so much

posted March 29
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I just saw a new rheumatologist who stated I have Fibromyalgia and nothing else. I have just about every symptom stated on this site.

posted March 29
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Hi, I am sorry to hear what you are going thru. Have you tried a carb free diet

posted March 28

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