Mell Jennings

I am a mum of two beautiful girls and have a loving caring and completely understanding hubby. I am 40 yrs old and have lived with the illnesses Fibromyalgia and CFS amongst other things for over 16 yrs now. These illnesses affect your life in a way you could never imagine unless your a sufferer. I cant get around much so have to try to enjoy my days as best i can... this i do with my support forum and reading avidly. i must go through a book every couple of days! I started my support forum to try to raise a little awareness in Fibro / CFS and related condition. Life is so very hard as i cant do anything i used to, i was so very active! i do however consider myself truly blessed to have the man and children i have. They are my rocks and are the reasons i get up in a morning.

FMS (fibromyalgia (fi-bro-my-Al-juh) syndrome) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the fibrous tissues in the body.
The pain comes from the connective tissues, such as the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. FMS does not involve the joints, as does rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Chronic fatigue syndrome/ME is a condition where you have long-term disabling tiredness (fatigue). Most people with chronic fatigue syndrome/ME also have one or more other symptoms such as muscular pains, joint pains, disturbed sleep patterns, poor concentration, headaches. The cause is not known. Treatments that may help in some cases (but not all) include a programme of graded exercise, cognitive behavioural therapy and rest and relaxation.

Warm Gentle huggs x