Brain Signature in 93% of FM Patients
As most fibromyalgia patients know, there are no approved tests to diagnose this chronic pain condition. A new study has taken science a step forward in this direction. Researchers at…
The Start Of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & Fibromyalgia
A few months later my husband graduated with 2 BS degrees in Finance and we were ready to start our life for real. During the first 5 years of our…
I Am A Fibromyalgia Patient
I am a mother and I am a daughter. I am a father and I am a son. I was busy living my life, and one day I got sick.…
Brain fog with fibromyalgia and depression
The Spanish study in the Journal of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology called “Cognitive complaints in women with fibromyalgia: Are they due to depression or to objective cognitive dysfunction?” recurited105 women…
When pain slows you down
There are times with Fibromyalgia that I exceed my walking limits. It is actually difficult sometimes because the limit changes. It can be a short distance one day and a…
Fibromyalgia and Opiates for pain: Helpful or hindering?
There has been a study published in the Journal of Pain from Australia that might suggest opiates may cause increased sensitivity in some types of pain. The study had the…
Fibromyalgia: orthostatic intolerance
This is of concern to me due to my low blood pressure issues and dizziness. And it makes me wonder. Especially since my doc mentioned I may have POTS. So…
So you have a chronic illness. Is that a disability?
If it means significant restrictions to your daily activities, then, according to medical and government guidelines, yes, you have a disability. This may challenge the ability stereotypes you might have…
Learning about Disability
I’m taking a disability studies class this term as part of my social work program. I study part-time, online. I thought I would post some of my reflections on reading…
How do fibromyalgia and chronic illness upend your life?
You’re sitting in the doctor’s office, being told you have an incurable illness. Maybe you have to leave your career, or pull back on your workload, with set accommodations. You…