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Introduction Headaches are a common yet debilitating symptom experienced by individuals with fibromyalgia. Often described as severe tension headaches or migraines, these headaches can significantly impact daily life, worsening the already challenging symptoms of fibromyalgia,…
Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder known for widespread pain and fatigue, but one of its most frustrating symptoms is cognitive impairment, often called “fibro fog.” This condition affects memory, concentration, mental clarity, and verbal…
Introduction Fibromyalgia is a complex chronic condition known for widespread pain, fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and sleep disturbances. However, one of the most debilitating but often overlooked aspects of fibromyalgia is its impact on mental health.…
Introduction Fibromyalgia and autoimmune diseases have long been subjects of medical debate due to their overlapping symptoms and complex causes. Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive issues, while autoimmune diseases occur when…
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it is primarily known for causing widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive issues (fibro fog), many patients also experience dizziness upon standing, known…
“Nothing vivifies, and nothing kills, like emotions”, Joseph Roux It’s almost the end of December already and I missed writing a blog in November. Seems I was trying to recover from the many crises (or…
This is an assignment for my disability studies course in my social work program. The purpose of the assignment is to identify different models of disability in the media by reviewing a news article. This…
Being a mom is tough enough. When chronic pain is thrown into the mix, it can seem downright impossible sometimes. That’s why there’s one day devoted entirely to finding ways to tell moms how much…
Certainly most people have experienced a headache or a poor night’s sleep after a stressful day, but in fact it can do a lot more than this. Each person responds differently to stress, and different types…
Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is thought to be the result of overactive nerves. It is a condition that results in chronic widespread pain and tenderness all over the body. So what exactly does that mean?“Chronic” means that…