Introduction Chronic pain is often described as an invisible condition that behaves unpredictably, shifting in intensity without an obvious cause. One of the most commonly reported influences on these fluctuations is the weather. Many people…
6 Tips for Coping With ‘Fibromyalgia Fog’
Managing Fibromyalgia’s Effects on the Brain Doctors often focus more on the physical symptoms of fibromyalgia, such as pain, fatigue, and stiffness. However, many people with the condition also have trouble focusing, concentrating, or thinking…
Is Fibromyalgia an Autoimmune Condition?
Fibromyalgia is a complex and often misunderstood health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. One of the most common questions asked by patients, caregivers, and even some healthcare learners is whether fibromyalgia is an…
The Truth About Fibromyalgia Tender Points
The phrase “tender points” isn’t something you hear every day. But if you have fibromyalgia, you may be familiar with those words. In fact, your doctor may have used tender points to diagnose you. What…
Lena Dunham Talks About Her Battle with Fibromyalgia
Introduction Public conversations around chronic illness have become increasingly visible in recent years, especially as more celebrities speak openly about conditions that are often invisible or misunderstood. Among these voices, Lena Dunham has played a…
Who Does CRPS Affect? Understanding Its Relationship With Fibromyalgia
Introduction: Two Complex Chronic Pain Conditions Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and fibromyalgia are two chronic pain conditions that often appear in discussions about invisible illness, long-term disability, and nervous system dysfunction. While they are…
4 Conditions That Can Mimic Fibromyalgia
If you have symptoms that point to fibromyalgia but haven’t been diagnosed, you are not alone. Many people spend years working with doctors to rule out other diseases. That’s because a number of other conditions…
What People With Fibromyalgia Wish They Could Tell You
Fibromyalgia affects about 5 to 6 million people in the United States, mostly women. Yet, so little is known about the condition and people with fibromyalgia often feel misunderstood. Here, three women share their thoughts…
What treatment is there for fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a pain syndrome of chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue. Although it is a chronic disease, fibromyalgia is not a progressive disease, meaning it will not usually worsen over time, and taking steps…
Who’s At Risk for Fibromyalgia?
There’s a lot that’s not known about fibromyalgia. Doctors aren’t sure what causes it and why it affects certain people instead of others. But experts continue to learn about the disease and who may be…