HI Laurel,
I don't think they are suggesting "mind over matter " at all. I have had completely normal sed rates, but always elevated CRP. Do you take any antidepressents ? If you do make sure it is one that is used for pain. Effexor was a life saver for me and the neuropathic pain. Exercise is key for distraction. I use distraction everyday of my life and it works. You can learn to block pain . would they consider trying you on Amitriptyline very low dose. Do your research on Fibro, but make sure you get recnet info, because it sure has changed from ten years ago. What do you take for the A/S ? I see that you did Remicade at one point. I live on Omega 3 fish oil. 6 gms a day and work excellent as an Nsaid and no GI issues from it.
Janet
Janet
