Introduction When someone you care about is diagnosed with fibromyalgia, it can change not only their life but also the lives of those around them. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, persistent…
Fibromyalgia Flares
Understand Fibromyalgia flares, their symptoms, common triggers, and effective strategies to manage and reduce flare-ups for a better quality of life.
What happens if Fibromyalgia is left Untreated?
Although fibromyalgia symptoms are often written off as being sleepy, it’s really a much more serious disorder than it seems. With over 5 million Americans over the age of 18 diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, fibromyalgia requires…
How do I make my husband see, that his lack of belief and support in my Fibromyalgia Condition is damaging to our relationship?
There’s only one thing you can do: educate, educate, and educate. Show him websites about it, tell him about it, explain to him how it influences your life. There’s only one thing you can do…
I’m 22 and Considering Getting a Cane for Days When My Fibromyalgia Flares Up
Introduction Living with fibromyalgia at any age presents unique challenges, but being diagnosed in your twenties can come with an additional layer of misunderstanding. Many people associate mobility aids such as canes, walkers, or wheelchairs…
Declaring Your Fibromyalgia: I Hope No One You Know Ever Has This Awful Syndrome
Introduction Living with fibromyalgia can be one of the most challenging experiences a person faces, not only because of the physical symptoms but also because of the misunderstanding that often surrounds the condition. Unlike many…
Why Isn’t Fibromyalgia Taken More Seriously?
Introduction Fibromyalgia affects millions of people worldwide, yet many individuals living with the condition continue to face skepticism, misunderstanding, and delayed diagnosis. Despite decades of medical research and recognition by major health organizations, fibromyalgia is…
What does Fibro Fog feel like in Fibromyalgia?
Like you have the flu constantly. Affecting your concentration and memory. And the pain itself is very distracting and tiring. Generally just feeling physically tired all the time. Sometimes worse than others. Numerous fibromyalgia symptoms…
Do you find it difficult to solve problems when your Fibromyalgia Flares up?
I have lived with Fibromyalgia for 30 years. The answers to this question are true and help to explain some of the new symptoms I’m experiencing. For example, when I stand up, I’m dizzy and…
Why is it that every sufferer that I’ve met that has fibromyalgia also has a controlling personality or bipolar problem, including me?
As research continues to uncover the biological mechanisms behind fibromyalgia, there is growing hope for more effective treatments and greater public acceptance. Taking fibromyalgia seriously means acknowledging both the science and the lived experiences of…
What are ways to ease discomfort from Fibromyalgia while Pregnant?
I’ve had two difficult pregnancies. Two boys were born healthy This is going to sound awful. It hurts just to say it. It’s the silver bullet, though, against fibromyalgia. Exercise. Don’t stop reading yet. You…