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Fibromyalgia is a complex disorder most commonly characterized by chronic muscle pain and fatigue. The exact cause of this disorder has been debated by the medical community, leading some to doubt its validity as a “real” disease. For patients experiencing symptoms that certainly feel real, but may have no apparent physical cause, neurological involvement presents…
Fibromyalgia, a chronic illness that causes severe muscle pain and fatigue, inflicts suffering on millions worldwide each year. This mysterious disorder often leaves patients confused about what they are experiencing, and wondering what lifestyle choices and treatment options are available to them. Even with the help of a health care provider, books can provide valuable…
Pregnancy is a cycle that demands a lot from your body especially in the first three months. The high hormone levels can cause all manner of symptoms including nausea, fatigue, mood swings and sleepiness. When one is suffering from fibromyalgia also known as fibrositis, the symptoms may be more pronounced. In fact, some women suffering…
Does Fibromyalgia Get Worse and How to Manage Them Fibromyalgia is a disease that can manifest itself in different ways for different people. From the signs of it to the severity, the disease is multifaceted. Even so, there are some symptoms that many experiences that are more debilitating than others. Below we’ll explore some of…
Letting Your Partner Know about Your Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is an illness that afflicts countless women in this country. If you are one of the afflicted ones, then you probably already know that it can be a trying condition. In addition to being painful and frustrating, it is somewhat of a phantom illness. What this means…
What is Fibromyalgia? Do you know of anyone who suffers from Fibromyalgia? Have you ever heard about this condition? Well, if you don’t have a clue about it, you are going to learn a lot about it. If you suffer from this condition or you have a loved one who is affected by it, there…
Fibromyalgia is a disorder which causes pain in the body that ranges from mild to severe. It can also cause symptoms of fatigue, sleep disruptions, memory issues, and mood problems. Fibromyalgia affects the way the brain processes pain signals, causing a person’s sense of pain to be heightened. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder with no…
Treating fibromyalgia is difficult, in large part because doctors don’t yet fully understand the disorder. In 2008, the Food and Drug Administration approved the antidepressant Cymbalta for use in treating the condition. While this drug improves the quality of life for many fibromyalgia sufferers, there are some potential drawbacks to the treatment. Learning the facts…
Dealing with fibromyalgia can be devastating as this condition causes widespread and chronic pain throughout the body. Some experts believe that this disease causes the body to feel pain at higher levels, but there is nothing concrete. The constant angst from this condition can be overwhelming both physically and emotionally. Many patients feel that working…
What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a condition that involves battling symptoms of chronic pain, fatigue, and “brain fog” on a daily basis. This relatively-common disease has devastating effects that can ultimately lead to the person becoming legally disabled. Unlike some other diseases (such as various autoimmune diseases and Multiple Sclerosis), bodily tissues of those with Fibromyalgia…
