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Hmm...get the hand checked out. Inflammation is NOT part of Fibro, tho it can make you think your joints/glands/whatever ARE swollen when they're not. Stiffness is a major part of Fibro tho.

Take Tylenol regularly to keep your temperature down. And Tylenol-Extra is probably the best OTC painkiller for Fibro so I use that to hit two birds with one stone as it were.

Oh and I totally agree with Nelly...whatever works! Chronic pain is far worse for you than painkillers (as long as you take them according to instructions).

If I were you, I'd get a magnesium/malic acid/manganese supplement. I use Malic Relief which is recommended specifically for Fibro. And try feverfew...I know Ruchie takes it. I keep on meaning to try it - it's for migraines and general pain. Oh and get whatever you can to help you sleep better, even if it's just Valerian.

And, IF YOU CAN, do yoga, even if only for five minutes + relaxation. It's great for Fibro if you can physically do the first stretch.

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