Can anyone recommend a good book on Fibro?
 

I have seen several books on Fibro, I am wondering if there is one in particular that any of you would recommend?

The best fibro book (most people call it the "fibro bible") is a book that is written by Devin Starlanyl called -
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain: A Survival Manual (2nd Edition)

Here is a link to the book on Amazon-
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...ibromyaandcmA/

There are a LOT of books out there about fibro, and in my opinion at least 85% of the books are full of junk and false statements and incorrect info about fibro.

Devin Starlanyl's book is the only one I have ever read that is completely accurate and is actually helpful for understanding fibro and learning how treat and manage fibro.

I hope that helps :)

If Liz hadn't already suggested the book I would have done so myself. I call it the FM Bible.
It should be easy to find at any bookstore and is at any book website.

I third the motion. Devin Starlanyl's book is nearly a must for people with fibro. She also has a webpage where you can sample portions of her writing and get answers to some frequently asked questions.

Thank you so much. I wanted to make sure I got a good one, and I figured you guys would know. I will definately pick up a copy of it!

The best book I found was called" What your Dr. may not tell you about Fibromyalgia. I think it's by Devin Starlyndl. It is the best book I have seen. And If you can't afford to buy it the library have it or can get it for you to read.

Ada

The book is by a doctor named Robert Bennett. He is located in Oregon. I read that book a long time ago and I found it more depressing than informative. Devin Starlanyl's book is much better and more informative than Dr. Bennett's.

My favorite books are by Jacob Teitelbaum, MD : Pain Free 1 - 2 - 3 and From Fatigued to Fantastic Dr. T. is himself a former fibro sufferer, conducts research into effective treatments for fibro, and has recently been appointed medical director of Fibro & Fatigue Centers.

What I like second-best about Teitelbaum's books is that they are a gold mine of information & thoughtful commentary on the whole gamut of treatment options for fibro: medical Rx, complementary & alternative treatments, as well as self-help treatment.

Since I found that one-size-fits-all approaches weren't helpful for my fibro, I really appreciate a doc who admits both the inadequacy of conventional medicine in some cases, as well as the superiority of CAM in others.

What I like most about these books is that they have been extremely helpful to me, as well as to friends with fibro who have read them. Even if a person is flat broke, without any med insurance, there are tips in these books that are likely to be helpful. In part as a result of things I've read, my fibro pain is much reduced, my flares less frequent & less severe.

These books are also available at many public libraries. I also liked the Starlanyl book, however I found more personal benefit from the Teitelbaum books.

Best wishes.

Very frustrated
 

I am very frustrated with the med trials.

Here is what I have tried so far:

Plaquenil (extreme personality changes)
Neurontin (depression - however is WAS working for the pain)
Lyrica (sped up my nervous system - made me feel horrible! and don't even get me started on the withdrawal)
Prednisone (extreme agitation)


My doc says I only have a few options left. Morphine sulfate (which I am afraid to become addicted to) or Methotrexate (afraid of the side effects).

Is he right? Are these really my only options? Or do I need to consider finding another doctor? He seems to be getting frustrated with me in that I am having problems with these meds. He doesn't seem to understand that these meds interfere with my Bipolar meds and cause mood changes.

Any ideas you guys might have for me?

Sorry, didn't mean to post this here, was starting a new post!