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Understanding Fibromyalgia

Outline for "Fibromyalgia" HeadingSub-HeadingsH1: Understanding FibromyalgiaH2: What is Fibromyalgia?Definition of FibromyalgiaHistory and Discovery of FibromyalgiaH2: Symptoms of FibromyalgiaCommon SymptomsUncommon SymptomsFibromyalgia PainCognitive Symptoms (Fibro Fog)Emotional SymptomsH2: Causes of FibromyalgiaGenetic FactorsEnvironmental TriggersBiological…

Dr Alex Robber June 4, 2024

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The multiple emotions of fibromyalgia

“Nothing vivifies, and nothing kills, like emotions”, Joseph Roux It’s almost the end of December already and I missed writing a blog in November. Seems I was trying to recover…

chronicillness December 12, 2023

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Why Fibromyalgia misdiagnosed as Arthritis is common?

Several years ago I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. I was treated with various drugs including methotrexate. The drugs did not really help, but I did have some side effects…

chronicillness December 12, 2023

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Overcoming Disability in the Media

This is an assignment for my disability studies course in my social work program. The purpose of the assignment is to identify different models of disability in the media by…

chronicillness December 12, 2023

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Fibromyalgia Experience

Let’s talk about the fibromyalgia experience. The truth is that the environment you live in and indeed perceive has as much to do with you being in pain (and getting…

chronicillness December 12, 2023

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Can I Get a Tattoo Even Though I Have Fibromyalgia?

Question: I really want to get a tattoo, but I'm worried that it'd be a really bad idea because I have fibromyalgia. That makes me really afraid of how painful it might…

chronicillness December 12, 2023

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My mom has fibromyalgia. Reading this made me cry for her

Chronic pain is increasingly rampant today.However, chronic pain and chronic diseases are often invisible. In many cases, there are no plasters, visible rashes, or nasal discharge involved.Those who suffer from…

chronicillness December 12, 2023

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How Dare You Judge my Handicap Sticker

Having to go to appointments with my doctor here in Rhode Island, so we can again fill out the form for the state to confirm that I still qualify for…

chronicillness December 12, 2023

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Sensory Overload: How Noise Can Affect You in Fibromyalgia

Sensitivity to environmental stimulation, including bright lights, loud noises, and even certain smells, can make living with fibromyalgia particularly challenging. You might wake up each morning wondering what new trigger may exacerbate…

chronicillness December 12, 2023

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Fibromyalgia Diagnosis | Is Fibromyalgia Genetic? How do I know if I have fibromyalgia?

People with fibromyalgia often ask, “Is fibromyalgia genetic?” It’s a hard question to answer, especially when little is known about how fibromyalgia works. But it’s something that could be relevant to…

chronicillness December 12, 2023