By: Dr. Alexa James Fibromyalgia is the second most common disease that affects your bones and muscles. However, it is usually misunderstood and misdiagnosed. His classic symptoms are generalized pain and fatigue of muscle and…
Chronic Pain
A comprehensive guide on chronic pain, its causes, symptoms, and effective management strategies to improve your quality of life.
It’s hard to pretend to be OK – Chronic Illness Awareness
By: Dr. Alexa James When people ask me what I am or what I am doing, generally my typical answer is the same, “I am OK,” or “I am good,” or “I am OK,” or,…
FDA warns Gabapentin and Pregabalin can cause serious problems in breathing
By: Dr. Alexa James U.S. health regulators warn against the risk of dangerous breathing problems associated with opioids and certain other drugs caused by popular nervous system drugs. FDA Announcement A warning regarding gabapentin and…
Using myofascial discharge for fibromyalgia, Lyme and related chronic pain
You probably are asking right now, “What’s the heck of myofascial release?” Yeah, it’s like massage, but it doesn’t really feel like massage. Myofascial release (MFR) is a bodywork that physical therapist John Barnes has…
How do you take pain from fibromyalgia, Lyme chronic and the like?
Exercise can be too much for people with autoimmune, Lyme and other chronic diseases, fibromyalgia and fatigue disorders, though. Out of my own practice, I know that. You can see that I have thyroiditis of…
During Your Period IBS Symptoms Getting More Worse
Understanding Period IBS If during your time you’ve found your IBS symptoms worsen, because you’re not alone. So it is quite common for women with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) during their menstrual cycle to observe…
What is Difference Between Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Carcinoid Syndrome?
Doctors are diagnosing metastatic carcinoid tumors (MCTs) increasingly better. Nevertheless, the varying symptoms of an MCT can sometimes lead to misdiagnosis and inappropriate care until it is discovered that a carcinoid tumor is behind these…
If You Are Facing These Symptoms Its Means You Have an Irritable Bowel?
Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a painful digestive condition that can affect the large intestine, also referred to as your colon. It can cause many uncomfortable and potentially embarrassing symptoms, ranging…
What are the 7 Tips for Avoiding IBS Flare-Ups?
No one wants irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), but you may be able to avoid it if you take some preventive measures. Stress, depression, or the wrong things to eat and drink can cause digestive problems.…
Check These 9 Possible Causes of Dizziness and Fatigue
Understanding Dizziness and Fatigue Dizziness is a word describing the sensation of spinning while off-balance. You can use these more specific terms to explain to your doctor exactly how you feel: You can feel dizzy…