Hi. My name is Renee and I was diagnosed with RSD over two years ago after breaking my wrist after a fall on the ice. I was also recently diagnosed with Fibromyalgia a few months ago. I am in constant pain all over from both conditions believe the RSD is spreading to my left wrist and right leg and foot.

I see many doctors and take many medications to deal with the pain and the pyscological toll these conditions are taking on me.

When I was first diagnosed with RSD, I had eight nerve blocks in a two month period and six months of physical therapy.

They stopped helping after that time.

I also recently tried acupuncture several times, but the pain from the needles hurt too much and I feel that it aggravated my RSD, so I stopped it.

Lately, I am having more pain and am really scared of the constant pain and the RSD spreading. Does anyone have any advice on how to deal with constant pain and fear? I would really appreciate any advice you have.

Thanks.

Oh dear, I'm sorry to hear that! I'm afraid that I haven't got much advice for you, but I saw that nobody had responded and figured I'd offer you somebody to talk to if you need! I hope you find something too, maybe speak to your doc about some different maintenance pain medication? I find that I need to switch it up so that the painkillers don't lose any of their effectiveness from higher tolerance.

Thanks Belle. I'll check with my doctors about that. Thanks for caring too. I'm here too if you need to talk. Hope you're feeling okay today. Take Care.

Renee,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Sad to hear about what you have been going through. Looks like you have found the Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophyare forum.

Please keep us up to date on your situation. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Thanks Darlene. I'm sorry you are going through this too. I hope you're doing okay today. I'm here if you ever need a friend too. You guys are all great! My thoughts and prayers are with you too. Take care.

Nice to meet you Renee... welcome