Digestive problems are extremely common for people living with fibromyalgia, and many are also diagnosed with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). In fact, researchers estimate that more than half of fibromyalgia patients experience chronic gastrointestinal symptoms. These overlapping…
Fibromyalgia is best known for widespread pain and extreme fatigue, but many people are surprised to learn that it can also affect vision. Blurred vision, eye strain, light sensitivity, and difficulty focusing are commonly reported…
(Most People Have No Idea) A chronic pain diagnosis changes everything, but not always in ways others can see. Once the appointments slow down and the paperwork settles, life doesn’t “go back to normal.” Instead,…
Here’s What Causes It Many people associate fibromyalgia primarily with chronic pain and fatigue. However, one of the lesser-known, and often surprising, features of fibromyalgia is heightened sensory sensitivity. This can include an intensified sense of…
Living with chronic pain is difficult enough, but for many people, it doesn’t come from just one condition. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and fibromyalgia frequently coexist, and when they do, symptoms can become more intense, confusing, and harder to manage.…
Why Many People With Fibromyalgia Experience Chest Pain From Wearing Bras For many people, wearing a bra is a minor inconvenience at worst. But for those living with fibromyalgia, a bra can quickly become a source…
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition with no known cure. For those who live with it, life becomes less about “getting better” and more about learning how to survive, adapt, and endure, often silently. While the…
Fibromyalgia flares can arrive suddenly, bringing intensified pain, crushing fatigue, brain fog, and sensory overload. While flares aren’t always preventable, many people notice clear patterns between certain triggers and symptom spikes. Understanding these triggers empowers…
When someone you love lives with fibromyalgia, the effects ripple far beyond the person diagnosed. Spouses, parents, children, and close friends often find themselves confused, helpless, or unsure how to offer meaningful support. Fibromyalgia is…
What People Say Is Truly Horrible to Experience Fibromyalgia is often misunderstood. Because it doesn’t show up on scans or blood tests, many people underestimate just how debilitating it can be. But those who live…