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Name: Patsfan Title of Question: alcohol and FM

Question: Does anyone know the physiology behind the effects of alcohol on FM? I drink wine and most of the time it is for relief of really tight muscles. I know it dehydrates you which is bad for muscles. Everywhere I look they say no alcohol for FM. I drink about a bottle a week but sometimes a glass of wine is the only thing that helps. I try to stretch, deep breath, hot tub...before I try the wine. Thanks! ?

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Name: dalanna | Date: February 26, 2008, 1:19

Answer: I have noticed that if I drink, more than 2 drinks, I feel it in the morning! I get those "wonderful" body aches similar to having the flu, joint/muscle pain and big time fatigue! A gleass of wine doesn't seem to effect me, but everyone is different. Do you feel different on mornings that you've had a glass or two of wine vs. none at all? =

Name: Patsfan | Date: February 26, 2008, 11:02

Answer: I just started a diary for my sleep habits and wine etc. I am going to look for a pattern and see what makes things worse or better. I had 4 glasses ( unusual ) the other night and felt super achy the next day! =