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| Gabbie - Jun 20th, 2009 1:09 PM | |
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I'm not sure if fibro causes sun sensitivity, but some medications do. If you are taking some of the meds prescribed for fibro, I'm thinking that may be the cause of the itchy rash from the sun. I would suggest you look into the possible side effects of anything that you are taking, because this sensitivity is not common. You may want to check with your doctor for safety reasons. | |
| solanadelfina - Jun 20th, 2009 8:41 PM | |
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Speaking of sensitivity, what about when it comes to vision? I've always been sensitive to light, but lately I've needed sunglasses to drive even on cloudy days. As for sunny, well... lots of prayers there. (And I'm going to get it checked out.) | |
| eriey - Jun 21st, 2009 1:24 PM | |
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I get that too!! It's awful!! I get these random blotches all over my entire body. They aren't so much itchy as just bizarre. The worst is that they cover my face and neck. It's embarrassing. Do you get them on your hands and feet too? I finally had my friend take pictures the last time it happened and I have an upcoming appt I'm bringing them to. You should try and get pics too. | |
| RavenFax - Jun 24th, 2009 2:29 AM | |
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The only sun sensitivity I experience is vision. I have always been light sensitive but get awful head aches if i am in the sun too long without sunglasses | |
| chaplin - Jun 24th, 2009 9:36 AM | |
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Yesterday was the first time in a while that I had been in the sun - my headaches have been so bad and have been aggravated more by bright light. My 4 yr old said Mommy you have a sun burn - I was only out for about 5 minutes and it was a really hot sunny day. When I looked at my skin I also had the blotchy spots you are all writing about. I have always been a sensitive to light and burn easily but I had 50spf on and don't usually see blotches like that. I am wondering if it is all the medication I am on or if it is the FM. I will have to look up side effects of my meds. | |
| axxie - Jun 27th, 2009 4:46 AM | |
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Most of the prescribe medicine you take will give you sun sensitivity and yes, for the eyes. For awhile I was wearing my dark sunglasses inside a store and I was reading the newspaper, and this guy came up to me and was laughing and he says' "Have a hangover" I wanted to take my cup of coffee and throw it at him, instead I ignored him, stupid people. But I've been none to go to the gas station and wear, sunglasses, a mask and gloves to tank the car. Hey, I guess I'm becoming weird, most times I don't need it, I let hubby tank for me. | |
| terilyn - Jul 3rd, 2009 8:39 AM | |
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Yes, very sun sensitive ! But could have to do w/ the erythro tabs I take for Rosacea. | |
| mypain - Jul 5th, 2009 6:33 PM | |
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Thanks! | |
| mypain - Jul 5th, 2009 6:36 PM | |
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I too wear my sunglasses in walmart, krogers just about anywhere....cloudy or sunny...I would proba bly go to bed with them if it weren't for my husband (LOL) | |
| mypain - Jul 5th, 2009 6:37 PM | |
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This actually started three years ago before I was diagnosed with FM. Photosensitivity...a reaction to the rays of the sun...I just wanted to see if it was me or if others were experiencing it too.... | |
| mypain - Jul 5th, 2009 6:38 PM | |
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Vision most certainly....I wear my sunglasses everywhere... | |
| mypain - Jul 5th, 2009 6:39 PM | |
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Some how I think it is all connected. I could be wrong...but that is my gut instinct.... | |
| Juliamac - Jul 6th, 2009 10:33 AM | |
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Oh my goodness - I have always been a sun worshipper, but this year I am having exactly that reaction. Can't stand the hot sun, and my legs are covered in a rash when they are in the sun. | |
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