One major symptom of fibromyalgia is chronic fatigue. You’re often in a daze, drifting through the fibro fog, feeling utterly exhausted. When someone with fibromyalgia says they’re tired, it’s
About 10 million Americans have fibromyalgia, which is characterized by painful, tender points along the body; fatigue; sleeplessness; and cognitive issues known as fibro fog. Unfortunately, people with fibromyalgia
People with fibromyalgia don’t breathe properly Research has shown that shortness of breath (dyspnea) is common in people living with Fibromyalgia. While I was working in direct care, gong
1. ALWAYS believe in yourself emotionally and physically. No one can tell you what you are experiencing is not real! FM is a chronic medical disorder just like diabetes,
By ENVITA MEDICAL CENTER If you’ve been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, you know better than anyone the pain, frustration and anxiety associated with this difficult to define disease. Ask anyone
By Marie-Louise Connolly Fibromyalgia is to be recognized by health professionals in Northern Ireland as a long-term condition. People who suffer from it complain of aches all over the
By Erin Migdol When you’re fighting an invisible illness like fibromyalgia, the battles aren’t always obvious to outsiders. When you turn down an invitation or opt to take the
By Amanda Gardner Dealing with the constant, daily pain of fibromyalgia can be tough. But the task can be even tougher if you fall into some common traps. Learn
Fibromyalgia and Disability Benefits One of the fiercest battles for me personally has been the disability benefits process. I have to say this up front — once you make
With fibromyalgia syndrome, just getting by each day often requires difficult choices. Read on for expert advice on managing fibromyalgia pain and fatigue while living life to the fullest…Life
By Teresa Cooper Fibromyalgia is a medical condition associated with fatigue and sleep, memory and mood issues. According to The Mayo Clinic, fibromyalgia “amplifies painful sensations by affecting the
by Joana Fernandes, PhD If you have fibromyalgia (FM), you might want to make sure you get ample amounts of vitamin D. Why? A newly published study shows that
By: Amy Schaeffer Fibromyalgia is a painful disorder that is not completely understood. It is far more common in females of middle age and expresses itself through various tender
By Jennifer Martin, PsyD, Columnist Have you ever wondered if other people with chronic health conditions feel the same way you do? Throughout my years with chronic pain and
