“Fibromyalgia is the best fake disease ever. I get to lie in bed all day, I get to see my doctor every month, I get to take handfuls of meds that cost a lot and seem to do very little, I don’t have to socialize, and I get to mooch off loved ones instead of working!” says Shelley of Houston,…
Anyone who lives with fibromyalgia has struggled to try to explain the chronic pain and fatigue they experience to their friends and loved ones, and even to strangers. Explaining fibromyalgia is no easy task. Sometimes just putting into words what you feel is difficult enough, as fibromyalgia often takes your words away. But, even when you can find the words, trying to…
NIH-supported experts explain how you can help relieve symptoms Gentle movement exercises, such as tai chi or yoga, can help with fibromyalgia-related pain. If you’re living with fibromyalgia, it’s important to make time for self-care. It’s a chronic (long-lasting) condition that causes muscle pain and tenderness all over the body. This can make it hard to move, relax, or sleep, and…
It’s crazy, but sometimes I feel like a criminal who is constantly being judged by people who know nothing about me or my life, and in the face of this world, the best thing to do is pretend I don’t pretend to be sick, I pretend to be fine If you don’t know me well enough or are part of…
Do you suffer from chronic fatigue and muscle aches ? You may suffer from fibromyalgia. It is estimated that 5 million American adults suffer from this condition. Among these adults, 90 % of the persons affected are women. Unfortunately, this chronic condition can be extremely difficult to treat. The researchers originally thought the symptoms weren’t just in the patient’s mind.…
Fibromyalgia is the second most common rheumatic disease behind arthritis and, although poorly known, is today considered a disease of the central nervous system responsible for the amplification of pain that spreads throughout the body. those who are suffering. Daniel Clauw, MD, professor of anesthesiology at the University of Michigan, discussed the neurological bases of fibromyalgia during a plenary session…
Fibromyalgia is a complex and often misunderstood condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness. It affects millions of people worldwide, predominantly women. On the other hand, hip pain can be caused by various factors, such as arthritis, bursitis, or injury. In this article, we delve into the relationship between fibromyalgia and hip pain, exploring their symptoms, diagnosis, and…
The Beatles once said that people can get by with a little help from their friends (and family). Unfortunately, many people do not have the support circles they need. This lack of support can make dealing with fibromyalgia especially difficult. There is good news, though, for people who find their family and friends to be less than understanding: Most people are unsupportive…
From accidents, infections, pooled data analysis suggests Regular physical and mental health monitoring warranted to minimise these risks Fibromyalgia, a condition that causes persistent widespread pain and fatigue, may be linked to a heightened risk of death as a result of vulnerability to accidents, infections, and especially suicide, suggests a pooled data analysis of the available evidence, published in the…
EpicGenetics and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) are launching a Phase II clinical trial to test a tuberculosis vaccine, BCG, as a potential treatment for fibromyalgia. Bruce Gillis, chief executive officer of EpicGenetics Fibromyalgia is a condition marked by widespread pain and sensitivity to touch. For quite some time, many physicians and the general public viewed it as a made-up disorder…