May I please ask a question?

[Guest guest]

I was diagnosed about 6 mths ago with fibromyalgia and RA. I've been

dealing with it pretty well (at least I think I am). I work full-

time and have 3 children (5,6, and 7 years old). I drive an hour

each direction for work.

I've maintained well with the help of an anti-depressant, anti-

inflammatory, pain medication (xodol) and a muscle relaxer for night

time. My question is this, I've been having my c-reactive protein

monitored and been told that it's " not terribly high " , but why do I

hurt so bad?? I have nodules(?) growing on my wrists and various

other places. I do accounting all day, so it's a lot of sitting and

typing. I can't straighten out my knees anymore either and after

sitting for just 20-30 minutes when I stand my knees give out

sometimes or I have to catch my breath before I move. I am only 34

years old! I honestly feel like a weakling, especially with the

comments about my c-reactive protein. I don't know what to do.

Sometimes I can barely move. I don't know how long I can continue,

but I know I can't go on disability yet. Am I crazy? A weakling? Is

this hopeless?

Please help me.