When you are suffering from the fatigue, deep muscle soreness, and overall pain associated with fibromyalgia, the last thing on your mind is probably exercise. In fact, when doctors first began to diagnose fibromyalgia, they recommended lots of rest and relaxation. It turns out, however, that fibromyalgia exercise can be [...]
More than 50% of people with fibromyalgia suffer from fibromyalgia headaches. The similarities between headache and fibromyalgia are an important key to both diagnosis and treatment. Understanding the symptoms of fibromyalgia headaches may help you find relief from these painful episodes. This post covers the symptoms and causes of fibromyalgia headaches, [...]
There isn't just one type of doctor that treats fibromyalgia. Patients benefit from the combined knowledge of a variety of doctors, both generalists and specialists in different treatment approaches. Read on to learn what kind of doctor treats fibromyalgia as well as how to find the best fibromyalgia doctors in [...]
Fibromyalgia is a widespread pain syndrome. First identified in the early 1800s as a “muscular rheumatism” by Scottish doctors, fibromyalgia has a long history of being misunderstood. This may be due in part to a medical climate that has not always believed sufferers when they report mysterious pain that seems [...]
The medical community’s understanding of fibromyalgia has increased over the last few years. However, the true cause of fibromyalgia is still unknown and diagnosis can be difficult. Unfortunately, this means that fibromyalgia treatment that works for you is still an imperfect science that requires coordinated care between you and your doctor. Your [...]
Fibromyalgia is a widespread chronic pain syndrome. It occurs most commonly in women 20 to 50 years old. The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases estimates that five million people in the U.S. suffer from the condition. Even though it's so widespread, the cause of fibromyalgia is still unclear, [...]
If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift to impress your favorite person with fibromyalgia, then look no further than this gift guide for fibromyalgia patients. This relatively common condition results in widespread pain and fatigue. It can make it difficult to navigate through the day and complete basic life tasks. [...]
Have you heard someone with a chronic illness mention the word "spoonie"? This actually refers to an incredibly important metaphor that allows chronic patients to describe their illness and the challenges they face to another person. It can refer to any individual who suffer from a chronic illness. The term [...]
Fibromyalgia not only affects the body--it also affects the mind. Many people with this condition also suffer from mental health challenges like depression and anxiety. Because of this, it's so important to find fibromyalgia support groups online or in-person for help. Here's how. How to find in-person fibromyalgia support groups [...]
You hurt all over and feel exhausted most of the day. You've undergone numerous tests and your doctor is unable to make a specific diagnosis. You may be suffering from fibromyalgia pain. Here's what you need to know about this syndrome, its causes, and potential treatments. 1. What causes fibromyalgia pain? Fibromyalgia is [...]
