Introduction If you ask ten people living with fibromyalgia what has helped ease their pain the most, you may receive ten completely different answers. That is one of the unique challenges of fibromyalgia. It affects…
Fibromyalgia Pain
A comprehensive look at Fibromyalgia pain, its symptoms, triggers, and effective strategies to manage and alleviate discomfort.
Why is there such a strong Stigma with Fibromyalgia patients?
Medical professionals roll their eyes at the thought of them. I am interested in opinions from both sides. I think a big part of it is that the medical profession doesn’t want to admit how…
How Much of Psychological Pain Causes Physical Pain and Vice Versa in Fibromyalgia?
Introduction Fibromyalgia sits right at the intersection of body and mind, but not in the simplistic way it is sometimes described. It is not “all in the head,” nor is it purely a physical muscle…
If you suffer from Fibromyalgia does it hurt you to wear all types of clothes or only certain fabrics?
Diagnosed 10 years ago. Every day is a new mystery I am ridiculously picky about my clothes, since mild to moderate Allodynia is one of my Fibromyalgia symptoms. No sleeves of any fabric, soft fleece…
Is there a link between Fibromyalgia and Alien Abduction?
I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2015 and have been finding ways to keep going! Well, let’s look at this logically. When a person goes missing alien abduction is not on the police’s mind. At…
What is the best support that I could offer someone with Fibromyalgia
The best support you can offer someone with fibromyalgia isn’t about “fixing” the condition—it’s about making their daily life easier, more predictable, and emotionally safer. Fibromyalgia is inconsistent, invisible, and often misunderstood, so the most…
When Did You Realize That Your Symptoms Were All Due to Fibromyalgia?
Introduction For many people living with fibromyalgia, the journey to understanding what is happening in their body and brain is rarely straightforward. It is often long, confusing, and filled with uncertainty. Symptoms appear gradually, overlap…
What Do Doctors Themselves Really Think About Fibromyalgia?
Introduction Fibromyalgia is one of those medical conditions that tends to generate strong opinions—not just among patients, but within medicine itself. If you asked ten doctors what they think about fibromyalgia, you would likely get…
How exactly has Fibromyalgia ruined your entire life?
Fibromyalgia did NOT ruin my life, but when I tell you what it has cost me thus far, you will think I’m mistaken. And the worst thing of all, after being able to proudly say…
How do you get through the horrible aches and pains from Fibromyalgia without prescription pain meds?
I realize that Fibromyalgia doesn’t affect everyone the same way. I don’t think I suffer as much as some people do. Having said that, there are things that I have done that make it better.…