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…
Fibromyalgia Symptoms
A detailed guide to understanding Fibromyalgia symptoms, early warning signs, and how they are diagnosed.
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…
What will happen when I go to a Rheumatologist about potential Fibromyalgia
When you go to a rheumatologist for possible fibromyalgia, the appointment is usually less dramatic than people expect. There’s no single test that “confirms” fibromyalgia, so the visit is mostly about carefully mapping your symptoms…
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…
What Do People Discover and How Do They Improve or Recover from Fibromyalgia?
Introduction Fibromyalgia is often described as a condition that changes the entire way a person experiences their body, energy, sleep, and even emotions. When someone first receives a diagnosis, a common reaction is confusion mixed…