Introduction One of the most common questions among people living with fibromyalgia is, “When did your symptoms first begin?” The answers vary widely. Some people remember experiencing unexplained aches and overwhelming fatigue as teenagers, while…
Fibromyalgia Tests
Learn about the tests and diagnostic methods used to identify Fibromyalgia, including blood tests and physical examinations to rule out other conditions.
How come the Doctors say that patients who claimed to have fibromyalgia were just unhappy in their lives?
Maybe the doctor you followed some patients with the presumptive diagnosis of fibromyalgia. And maybe after years of following them, and checking for objective signs of disease- lab abnormalities, physical changes, etc. your doctor never found anything…
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…
Regarding a Fibromyalgia Flare, how do we identify the Triggers?
Keeping a journal is the single best way to identify your triggers. So, what kinds of things should you write down? Here are some of the most common flares: Click here to Get this or…
Is Fibromyalgia just a throw-away Diagnosis when they can’t figure out what’s wrong?
I don’t know what it takes to make a fibromyalgia diagnosis because I don’t trust science’s model to describe and assess what the phenomenon really is. They do more harm when they label human beings…
My Doctor Diagnosed Me with Fibromyalgia but Refuses to Put Me on Any Medication for It
Introduction Receiving a diagnosis of fibromyalgia can bring a mixture of emotions. For many people, it is a relief to finally have a name for the widespread pain, persistent fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties…
Do doctors often misdiagnose patients with Fibromyalgia instead of conducting further testing?
Unfortunately not only is Fibromyalgia comorbid with other conditions, but its symptoms can also mask other issues. There’s no definitive test as it doesn’t show up in blood work so it’s diagnosed by clinical evaluation.…
Is There a Correlation Between Fibromyalgia and Recurrent Miscarriages?
Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, cognitive difficulties, and increased sensitivity to sensory input. Recurrent miscarriage, on the other hand, refers to the loss of two or more…
How can I raise awareness for Fibromyalgia?
For those of you who don’t know what Fibromyalgia is, simply put Fibromyalgia, aka fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), is a long-term condition that causes pain all over the body. As to answer the question “12 Easy Ways to Raise Awareness for…
Who Tests for Fibromyalgia?
Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects how the nervous system processes pain, leading to widespread discomfort, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive challenges often described as “fibro fog.” Despite its significant impact on daily…