Severity of fibromyalgia and its link between bipolar and depressive symptoms

Severity of fibromyalgia and its link between bipolar and depressive symptoms

Fibromyalgia is a complex and troublesome illness that millions of people around the world suffer from. Recent studies have revealed a connection between fibromyalgia, bipolar disorder, and depressive symptoms. This link uncovers the interaction between these three conditions and provides new knowledge on their common causes. Recently, researchers have been very interested in the connection…

Magnet Therapy a New and Innovative way to treat pain with Fibromyalgia

Magnet Therapy a New and Innovative way to treat pain with Fibromyalgia

Magnet therapy has two main forms which are innovative in helping patients fight their fibromyalgia symptoms. Transcranial magnet stimulation, or TMS, is a physician based magnet therapy provided in a hospital setting and can offer great relief for the psychological aspects of fibromyalgia. Other magnet therapies are offered through small clinics and result in magnets…

Can Stress cause your Fibromyalgia to flare up?

Can Stress cause your Fibromyalgia to flare up?

More than 5 million Americans suffer from fibromyalgia, a painful condition affecting the muscoskeletal system. More women than men are affected by fibromyalgia. Individuals that are affected by fibromyalgia oftentimes experience painful flare-ups in the muscles and joints that affect an individual’s entire body. Doctors can perform X-rays, ultrasounds and other tests, but they won’t…

Fibromyalgia and Amenorrhea: Lack of Periods Due to Fibro?

Fibromyalgia and Amenorrhea: Lack of Periods Due to Fibro?

Fibromyalgia and amenorrhea are two medical conditions that can significantly impact a woman’s quality of life. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder that affects the muscles and soft tissues throughout the body. It can cause widespread pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Amenorrhea, on the other hand, is the absence of menstrual periods in women of…