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 decent distance the next. There…
Rheumatoid Arthritis
A detailed guide to Rheumatoid Arthritis, exploring its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and effective treatments to manage joint inflammation and improve quality of life.
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 the study is looking at…
So You Have a Chronic Illness. Is That a Disability?
Being diagnosed with a chronic illness often raises an immediate and very practical question: does this mean I have a disability? The answer is not as simple as yes or no, and that uncertainty can…
Learning About Disability
Introduction Learning about disability is not just an academic exercise or a matter of social awareness campaigns. It is an ongoing process of understanding how human bodies and minds vary, how societies respond to those…
A Woman To Be Remembered for Fibromyalgia
Introduction Some lives become memorable not because they are free of struggle, but because of the way struggle is carried, endured, and transformed into meaning. Fibromyalgia is one of those conditions that reshapes daily life…
Unspeakable Pain but Were you Hurt Most?
There is a book whose title I will not tell, written by an author that will remain unnamed, that everyone in the whole wide world made such a gigantic fuss about. Hollywood even made it…
Osteoarthritis Is Known to Occur in Those Suffering From Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis are two distinct conditions, yet they are often seen together in the same individuals. This overlap can create confusion, especially because both conditions involve pain, stiffness, and reduced physical function. However, they…
Fibromyalgia Worsens Function in RA Patients
Understanding the Overlap Between Fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and fibromyalgia are two distinct chronic conditions, but when they occur together, they can create a significantly more complex and disabling clinical picture. RA…
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…
Managing Frequent Sick Days Due to Chronic Conditions: Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Thyroid Disorders, and Bipolar Disorder
Introduction Living with multiple chronic conditions at the same time creates a level of physical and emotional complexity that is often difficult for others to fully understand. Conditions such as fibromyalgia, lupus, thyroid disorders, and…