When being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, one of the first thoughts to go through your head is, ‘Is this illness progressive?’ Many Doctors have done research into whether Fibromyalgia is a progressive illness like it’s sister illnesses MS and Lupus. However the jury is still out on this and many doctors will tell you that Fibro is not progressive. So if this is the case how…
A Spanish study published in the Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology reports that most women with fibromyalgia report memory problems and difficulty concentrating, and most also suffer from anxiety and depression. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain and tenderness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, memory problems, and mood swings. Researchers believe this condition amplifies painful sensations…
Introduction Living with chronic pain can be a daily struggle, and understanding the signs of fibromyalgia is crucial for managing this often-misunderstood condition. Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas. Recognizing the early symptoms can lead to a timely diagnosis and more effective treatment. This article delves into the common signs of fibromyalgia, associated…
Brain fog (also called fibro-fog or cognitive dysfunction) is one of the most common complaints of people with fibromyalgia (FM) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).For many, it can have such a big impact on their lives as pain, or fatigue.In fact, some people say that brain fog is the most disabling of their physical symptoms.What causes brain fog?We still do…
For many, back pain is an occasional inconvenience, perhaps the result of lifting something heavy or sleeping in an awkward position. However, for those diagnosed with fibromyalgia, back pain can be a constant and agonizing companion. This isn’t just the occasional twinge; it’s a persistent pain that can severely impact daily life. But why is there such a strong connection…
A common characteristic that presents the majority of patients with fibromialgia is the diffuse pain that affects a large part of the heart. This disconcerting feeling is accompanied by rigidity, paresthesia in the hands and feet, it is the feeling of hormigue and excitement, alteraciones of the suengo and sobre all a feeling of cansancio and fatigue that accompanies them…
Fibromyalgia affects more than 5 million people in the United States, and the number is rising. Fibromyalgia presents many uncomfortable symptoms. It is known as an invisible disease because people cannot see how they suffer from the disease. Typically, fibromyalgia is a very serious condition that sufferers experience, and its symptoms should be recognized. Pain Around Tender Spots…
Fibromyalgia affects 1% to 5% of Americans, mainly women, but until recently, scientists had no idea what might be causing its severe and mysterious pains. For decades, doctors told patients their agony was imaginary, the result of emotional hysteria, not a physical ailment. But this year, researchers finally began to get a handle on the condition. “What’s happened is in…
Last September, when Lady Gaga announced she had been hospitalised due to Fibromyalgia, the world listened. Subsequently, FM surfaced into the media’s attention with publications like The Guardian and The Independent publishing features to explain the condition to those who had never heard or experienced it. In short and by definition, Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition which causes wide-spread pain…
Historically, traumatic experiences and stressors in childhood have been overlooked as predisposing factors in the development of several chronic pain and psychiatric disorders, including fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, insomnia, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome. However, the situation is changing as research reveals a significant correlation between childhood trauma and adult health. The central nervous system develops…