Fibromyalgia Flares: Symptoms, Triggers & Management Tips

Lady Gaga Shares Comeback for People Who Question Fibromyalgia

While each person with fibromyalgia experiences the condition differently, one thing most fibro warriors have in common is fighting other peoples’ doubt that fibro is a “real” condition. Lady Gaga, who first opened…

chronicillness 05/24/2023

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Electroconvulsive therapy for treating Fibromyalgia Depression

You might feel a little bit uneasy by the phase of “electroconvulsive therapy”. The mind goes to the days when medical science was not more scientific than it is today…

chronicillness 05/11/2023

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How Fibromyalgia Makes Me Feel Like I’m Being Buried Alive

The darkness is all-encompassing. I can’t breathe, and there is an almost unbearable weight on my chest. I feel like I’m being crushed and the pain is excruciating. All I…

chronicillness 04/29/2023

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Is Fibromyalgia A Disability, Social Security, Long-Term Disability & More?

Living with fibromyalgia can make every day a challenge. Chronic pain and severe exhaustion are the two most common symptoms. However, people who suffer from the condition often experience other…

chronicillness 04/25/2023

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What’s the impact of stress on pain levels?

Stress is a complex, natural response to a perceived dangerous threat. When we feel stress, our bodies release extra adrenaline and cortisol, giving us the temporary ability to move faster,…

chronicillness 04/22/2023

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Here’s how sleep and pain are connected (and 10 ways to improve your sleep!)

Sleep is as fundamental as eating. Without the right amount of sleep you can actually increase your risk of a variety of medical conditions, including increased pain. It might be…

chronicillness 04/18/2023

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How to prevent a headache from computer use?

When we switch our computer on in the morning, we are usually greeted by a beautiful screensaver. Maybe it is a vacation snapshot, a picture of the kids, or a…

chronicillness 04/07/2023

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10 ways to better manage your fibro fog

Fibromyalgia is a set of symptoms characterized by widespread pain, but the disorder brings with it a signature symptom known as fibro fog. Fibro fog affects cognitive function, leading to feelings of…

chronicillness 04/04/2023

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How we treat head pain

Nearly everyone will experience head pain at some point during their lives, but for some people, head pain can become chronic. Chronic migraines and headaches can range in severity from…

chronicillness 03/11/2023

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Fibromyalgia Headaches Based on Researches

Headaches are one of the hallmark symptoms of living with Fibromyalgia. Headaches can be debilitating and make everyday life seem almost impossible. But what is a Fibromyalgia headache and is…

chronicillness 02/14/2023