Your body is full of signals that are trying to tell you somethingwhether you're training too hard, not eating enough, needing more sleep. When its in one spot, people sometimes think I have a hickey. He asked if I thought something was going to happen to me. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain and spinal cord process painful and nonpainful signals. Talking only about smell may imply that those conditions could or are purely psychological in nature and not physical. They smelled a little strong to me but not that big of a deal. Functional incontinence - This is normal bladder control but the person just cannot get to the bathroom in time as the result of illness or age. Nothing helped. Turns out we plenty.. I'm waiting to have these. And just googled smelling a smoky smell and first hits show that it could be brain cancer. The control group had an average score of 34.6 +/- 2.5. ENT specialist found nothing either and suggested an operation which may or may not work if it gets worse. No one gets pain, hypersensitivity, etc. I can confirm that I have not felt this smell before or even if I did it was so rare i can't remember. You will be smelling of your own breath which will bring you back to your own baseline. Road trips are a b****! Shelby L. S. With pain, when its really bad I get angry at the pain, myself and others. Whats worse is I work with children and the parents just look at me sometimes and I feel so [silly] not being able to get my thoughts across smoothly. I know this is a very old thread, but I just had to reply. I'm really eager to know did you ever get to the bottom of this as I'm struggling sooooooooo much with the exact same thing. It's crazy. This kind of smell it's driving me crazy! Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Good luck. Gp.ENT.Neurologist.. 'cant find anything wrong' 'poss psychosomatic' blah blah. I am sensitive to many smells but the 'wet wood' smell is one of the smells that I first noticed. Many people with fibromyalgia find themselves unable to work or resume a normal standard of living. I'm not on any medication, so no side effects. It drives me crazy and find it hard to sleep. My doctor and I call it NOT because after all the testing thru a bevy of doctors we know what it's not but not what it is. This is called abnormal pain perception processing. I come from an Indian family and we use a lot of spices in our food. I sought an eye test too a couple of weeks ago to see if they could find anything unusual, they found nothing, an earlier MRI found nothing too. So either someone is around you smoking if even outside of your window. It is frequently found in people with fibromyalgia. hoping they may have answers. I couldn't do it. The smell is affected because your body is expelling chemicals into your urine. I hope you guy's find some relief to your problems too.! Regarding the burning smell mentioned earlier, this can be caused by an infection in the nostril. I haven't eaten any of these roasted nuts for the past couple of days, and the smoky smell seems to have subsided. When it strikes, I have to sit down immediately, regardless of where I am. Lisa T. Gastrointestinal issues. Introduction | ; Board Members | ; The Eviction | ; Projects | It was too long to read but interestingly, they have studied people who regularly attend e.g. Its various symptoms are closely linked to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Systemic Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis. 13. vomiting of blood. Another fact is that each passing year, we are losing our ability to smell and to organize the characteristics of the odor such as sour, sweet, spicy, etc. I have also had symptoms of fibromyalgia of which is linked to CD. Like just suddenly and out of nowhere, my bladder cramps and I have to go immediately. A flare-up can last anywhere from a few days to weeks. Someone with fibromyalgia may sometimes experience clumsiness, dizzy spells, feeling too hot or cold, painful periods, restless legs syndrome, and numbness or tingling in hands and feet. Things I once loved I now no longer like - & vice versa. I also have anxiety, depression and IBS. What the Smell of Your Poop Can Tell You About Your Gut Health. Anyway, take care of yourself wherever in this wonderful planet you are. Last medically reviewed on January 10, 2023, Fibromyalgia causes persistent pain and fatigue. There is currently no cure, but an anti-inflammatory diet might help. Hi there yeah I get that I am hypersensitive to just about most things, smell usually cripples my breathing making me reach for my inhaler. I will talk to my drs. When traveling abroad, the smell of sewage in one river caused me migraines. I have been experiencing periods where I wake up smelling a strange smell, kinda like fresh blood, When I go to get up i am dizzy and lightheaded. As a last odd note, I have experienced this terrible phantom smoke smell two times before- but I believe the cause was the homemade nasal rinse I had used, which I presume had too much baking soda in the mix, which "activated" a sickening smell of burning in my nasal passages. I once worked in an office where a co-worker wore Polo cologne. Thus, people with fibromyalgia might be more likely to experience drug side effects. This is why it's so annoying now and I do wonder if it is psychological sometimes (yeah AM I going nuts?) I am so over it, it only started about two mths. Natural remedies can sometimes help, depending on the cause of your smelly urine. I sometimes go for longs spans of time without the symptombut lately have it once a week. Its shocking to them and almost impossible to explain. The exhaustion. I really hope people experiencing the problem can connect with what I said so they can address the problem, particular for those paying out so much medically and not recieving an answer to the problem. I have had a few health issues, depression is now my highest hurtle. Fell free to message me at pennelldedra@yahoo.com if I can help answer any questions or provide any support! Fibromyalgia can also cause: forgetfulness or poor concentration. Does anyone have problems with their liver. but what stood out for me was the cough and clearing your throat..this is happening to me too! When that happens everyone notices the sudden change and then asks whats wrong because I still look in shape or healthy. Katherine L. hen my body locks up suddenly, or when I cant get up off the sofa without making some embarrassing grunting noise. I believe it may have been cinnamon which can cause low blood sugars and when burned will taint every cloth item in 100 meters. When there is an infection in the urinary tract, the urine may take on a foul-smelling odor. It saves lives. It wasn't. Hi. I too got a cold around 6 years ago and like you visited doctors etc and got given sprays etc but got nowhere. 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Paige is passionate about helping people with chronic health issues share their stories and connect with one another. I've always been overly sensitive to cigarette smoke and things like bonfires too, I've never smoked and cannot stand the smell. Breathing in my t-shirt. No! Easily fixed with a cream applied a few times a day. I use a lot of Post-it notes and set reminders for just about everything. Bee E. Not being able to process what someone is saying to you and then looking rude for asking what they said more than once because to your brain they may as well be speaking gibberish. Dani S. Definitely the brain fog. On public radio once I heard an episode of "Radiolab" which discussed a different issue, but the "treatment" may be somewhat related. <3. Fibromyalgia is a condition that can be managed, and people with the disorder can live a full life. We live in an apartment which does not have apt ventilation to take the cooking odor out. worth a whirl, you could use lavender, or lemon both cleansing oils/scents. Im no longer alone with my overactive nose. Have you checked out this problem from a dental health perspective? I have not been dx with fibromyalgia. Very weird but again, very happy to have found that others are experiencing this. The weirdest thing about all of this is what i'm about to tell you now.during this sensation of smelling these weird smells, when it gets un-bearable and tears are pouring out of my eyes, if i open the top of my T-shirt, bow down and put my face in there, the smell vanishes as soon as i breath inside the T-shirt. Does anyone have issues with cooking odors? Infection. So, Im not crazy?!? Skin biopsy samples were obtained from the trapezius region of 8 patients with fibromyalgia. I don't know why, but as i have never opened up about anything on a forum to complete strangers, i though i might have been put down, like i was at my jobthat self defense auto pilot mechanism is always on stand by..LOL. Do you suffer with fibro too ? You must try not to think too much about it or it may just keep bugging you. You'll see the improvement in about 3 days. Maintaining proper nutrition will help boost energy levels and help avoid other health problems. Certain smells, some good some not so good, can completely take over my body and stop me in my tracks, making me so nauseas and my headaches worse. I try not to eat bread and fatty food and it seem like the smell disappears.. try this remedy and let us know.. A little internet research shows that are a number of people who are facing this issue. PLEASE HELP ME, whoever can! Road trips are a b****! Shelby L. S. With pain, when its really bad I get angry at the pain, myself and others. What I found that is that the receptors in the brain are off or not communicating due to that sensors in your brain are sending the wrong signals to activate to act. The same damn odor chases me around everywhere. My wife cant believe I can smell shampoo on her hair from across the room and I felt like choking when I use a room in which shed dosed herself with perfume. Chronic, widespread pain throughout the body or at multiple sites. I smell a "burning paper" smell ALL the time in my apartment and nobody else can smell it! Therefore, even though the most common symptoms are pain and fatigue in muscles and tendons, often it is seen that those suffering from fibromyalgia will have other associated conditions and symptoms. The back and leg pain. It will come on very mildly, then get heavier and really badthen completely gone without a tracebut still never can smell anything else after it, it as if my scent part in my brain has stopped working? Sorry, just my meds making me sound like it! Garnet D. When someone goes to touch me, I always flinch because I know its going to hurt. Amanda P. When I have to tell people please dont hug me goodbye or hello because it hurts too much. Audrey M. Loss of grip and movement in my hand resulting in numerous dropped jars. Its shocking to them and almost impossible to explain. I have had the very same problems after a cold last spring, and am still hopeful that it will improve. I assumed this to be the cause since I am a smoker, but the smell was absolutely different from cigarette smoke and I legit thought something swa burning in my house, so who knows? The smell got so strong it made me feel sick. Resistance and strengthening exercises may improve muscle strength, physical disability, depression, and quality of life. The smell came back about a month later and I went to my GP. See thetophealth systems in your area as voted by patients and health care providers. I was making dinner for my Hubby and it had a few different spice's in it. ago. I live in Arizona where valley fever us very common . I cant control it. Elyse B. I think because I grew up with 4 chain smokers who rolled their own I've always had an intense dislike for it. Wow. Similarly, whenever nearby offices were being painted, I would arrange to take vacation time not telling anyone that the smell of paint fumes was the reason. Finally told I had severe fibromyalgia. I found this thread months ago when I first had the burning plastic/burning wood/old mould/charcoaly petrol smell. Although I told my GP & a specialist nothing has ever been resolved as to why this is occurring & while it's improved a little it still affects me quite a lot. Chopsy666 my email is: legalized2014@icloud.com you said to leave you my email so you can let me know what I need to do.. to end this, been through same thinv with the ameels and it was spirits look it up, Hi .. Went through nerve studies etc and muscle biopsy. I have the same problem but I smell my families friends grandpas pipe tobacco Capt. Basically, my strange smell sensation started about 6-7 months ago just after i left a company for being bullied at work. I did not know MCS existed until now! Then boom, a day, week. I had this smell in my nose problem for a long time. At first you may find that everything in your mind wants to convince you that you can smell it but just bat back with a strong thought that feels easy for you. It is common for cystitis sufferers to notice an unusual smell or colour to their urine. It is super embarrassing, I have to wear pantyliners all the time. We just came back from a 14 day cruise to Noumea. John can you be specific what you took? Hi, I have been having a strange smell since January. youtube.com/watch?v=EDSlUuA(Not working as expected?). I have been dealing with this for 20 years. Ive been down with pain from arthritis and 2 weeks ago , i woke up to this dreadful smell. I used to love cooking too - cooking was something creative that I could enjoy despite being housebound most of the time but now.. Well I find all the joy has gone from it. I need to nap to get through the day. Kirsten M. R. Exhaustion and seclusion. my snozzle needs "descaling" and creaming to moisten it and cover any raw areas, I have no nasal secretions when I get a cold its weird, IF I go outside especially in winter; the cold air makes me cover my nose as I get enourmous smells from the air and around which make my nose tingle and smart and my eyes well up! I never thought it was related to fibro until now. I thought it was just me, had no idea it was because of the fibro! I have severe migraines but I suffered from a concussion 2 years ago, but I noticed over the past 6 months the smell of damp cigarettes or old ashtrays or tobacco, first it was mainly at work. I haven't had a cold or the flu in years, maybe about 6 or so. Tenderness to touch. The smells are very disturbing no one else can smell what I am smelling and it's MADDENING. I know i did the right thing and that's all that matters.! To those famton smells Psychologist call them "hallucinations" and they just referred you to a psychotherapist to prescribe meds. I know this is a year later but I firmly believe it has to do with anxiety I have a rancid smell everything food beauty products everything smells rancid I think it is because of stress have you found relief? Try an elimination diet, in which you exclude certain food groups each week to see if symptoms improve. Hi Everyone, Re: continual smell of burning everywhere I go. During the summer I wear sweaters and always have to have a jacket wherever I go. Urine Smell and Diet. Children can have fibromyalgia, but it is more common in older adults. Sometimes it fades and sometimes it is stronger. I am still researching it. 12 Symptoms can include: Headaches Chronic migraines Dizziness and vertigo Fainting (syncope) Sensitivity to temperature, humidity, and an atmospheric pressure Sensitivity to light (photophobia) 13 Sensitivity to noise (hyperacusis) I dont hesitate to inform the staff that I would prefer to wait in the waiting room. When I do this, I go mad to the point the room gets quite smoky. Occasionally I get to taste my food and not feel queasy by the smell of cigarettes or soot. Which was a totally disgusting job. I smelled it yesterday briefly a few times, but haven't since. We live in a $600,000. I used them for 10 days of it and tried to give them up. Methods: The diagnosis of fibromyalgia was made according to the American College of Rheumatology criteria. Asparagus. .. Its right there on the tip of my tongue but the words dont come. Paula D. Incontinence! I have been putting it all down to anxiety. 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