Why I Fear Doctors, Hospitals, and Test Results
Some people have an irrational fear of doctors. While some of us have been victimized so severely, that we may never trust one again. Since my first chronic illness diagnosis…
Fibromyalgia & Hormonal Imbalance
Fibromyalgia is one of the most common diseases affecting the muscles, tendons, and joints in women. It is difficult to detect fibromyalgia, despite its commonality, with no set diagnostic protocol…
Invisible Disability Awareness
We have embodied beings. All of us. But what then is distinct about the lived experience of pain? What is it like to have your life and choices filtered by…
I find myself taking numerous sick days due to pain from my chronic conditions (fibromyalgia, lupus, thyroid disorders, bipolar)
It’s hard to address them all at once. I’ll just mention that your issue with panic attacks is probably both psychological as well as physiological. From your wording, it sounds…
Study shows that Fibromyalgia (FM) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) mostly attack together
Len Chung, MD Associate Professor of Medicine, Co-Director of the UCLA/CURE Neuroenteric Disease Program, Director of the UCLA Motility Unit Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a very common gastrointestinal condition,…
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Chronic vulvar pain related to irritable bowel syndrome, fibromyalgia and interstitial cystitis
Women with vulvodynia at much higher risk for other chronic pain conditions, according to a new University of Michigan Health System study. Millions of women suffer from unexplained vulvar pain…
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Endometriosis & Fibromyalgia An Interview
In my article What You Need To Know About Endometriosis, I give you a background on endometriosis. Click the link to learn more about what the condition is. This article…
During Your Period IBS Symptoms Getting More Worse
Understanding Period IBS If during your time you've found your IBS symptoms worsen, because you're not alone. So it is quite common for women with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) during…
What is Difference Between Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Carcinoid Syndrome?
Doctors are diagnosing metastatic carcinoid tumors (MCTs) increasingly better. Nevertheless, the varying symptoms of an MCT can sometimes lead to misdiagnosis and inappropriate care until it is discovered that a…
If You Are Facing These Symptoms Its Means You Have an Irritable Bowel?
Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a painful digestive condition that can affect the large intestine, also referred to as your colon. It can cause many uncomfortable…