Question:
Has anyone had any problems with fibromylgia post-op?

   — Loraine H. (posted on August 3, 2000)

August 3, 2000
Lorraine, I had my lap RNY in March, and for several years had had increasing problems with fibromyalgia. At the time of the surgery, I was taking the maximum dosage of a prescription anti-inflammatory twice daily and still hurt all over, all day. Since the surgery, the fibromyalgia has all but disappeared and all my medications have been discontinued...the anti-inflammatory, 2 blood pressure meds, and 2 diabetic meds. This is my personal experience, but I wish the same good fortune for you!
   — Diana T.

August 6, 2000
Loraine: Good question about Fibromyalgia. Personally, I believe mine is much better. I did not have a flare up after surgery, but my friend Jacque did after her surgery. And, as Ave Lee said, surgery can cause fibro flares. I haven't taken any fibro pain med since my surgery. I started at 275 pounds. I do still take my amytriptalene at bedtime for sleep though - but some nights I skip it and still do well. I have a permanent handicap parking permit which I am getting a bit embarassed to use sometimes (though, as we know, there are days when it is necessary). I hope you do well and as you lose weight, your fibro should bother you less and less.
   — Cindy H.