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When Chronic Pain Leads to ‘Appointment Fatigue’

Breaking the Cycle of Appointment Fatigue in Chronic Pain Management Living with chronic pain means navigating a constant balancing act—managing symptoms, medications, work, relationships, and self-care. At the core of…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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How Dare You Judge my Handicap Sticker

Having to go to appointments with my doctor here in Rhode Island, so we can again fill out the form for the state to confirm that I still qualify for…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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What is Myofascial Pain Syndrome and How it is affiliated with Fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome often go together. Because of the frequent overlap and some similar symptoms, they’re often mistaken for the same condition and, as a result, people with both…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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Sensory Overload: How Noise Can Affect You in Fibromyalgia

Sensitivity to environmental stimulation, including bright lights, loud noises, and even certain smells, can make living with fibromyalgia particularly challenging. You might wake up each morning wondering what new trigger may exacerbate…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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If You’ve Ever Been Called Overly-Emotional Or Too Sensitive, This Is For You

Emotional: a word used often nowadays to insult someone for their sensitivity towards a multitude of things. If you cry happy tears, you’re emotional. If you express (even if it’s in…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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Daith Piercing & Fibromyalgia – Does it Help Migraine Pain?

If you have fibromyalgia, there’s a good chance you experience migraines too. They can be quite debilitating. Mine sent me to the ER once, but not because of pain. It’s…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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Link Between Allodynia and Fibromyalgia

Have you ever tried resting in bed, but the sheets are somehow painful enough to keep you awake? Have you ever been outside on a warm day only to have…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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Fibromyalgia Supplements | How Nigella Sativa Can Helpful for Fibromyalgia Patients

People with fibromyalgia have chronic pain that results from inflamed muscle and tissue. Fibromyalgia causes painful and achy spots in the muscle and can prevent people from being active. Pain…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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Fibromyalgia Diagnosis | Is Fibromyalgia Genetic? How do I know if I have fibromyalgia?

People with fibromyalgia often ask, “Is fibromyalgia genetic?” It’s a hard question to answer, especially when little is known about how fibromyalgia works. But it’s something that could be relevant to…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

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Fibromyalgia Conditions | Fibromyalgia Can Mask Chronic Inflammatory Disease of the Spine and Pelvis

Fibromyalgia symptoms can mask the presence of chronic inflammatory disease affecting the joints of the pelvis and spine, according to new research. The study, titled “Prevalence of Axial Spondyloarthritis Among Patients With Fibromyalgia:…

chronicillness 12/12/2023

Fibromyalgia Community

When Chronic Pain Leads to ‘Appointment Fatigue’

How Dare You Judge my Handicap Sticker

If You’ve Ever Been Called Overly-Emotional Or Too Sensitive, This Is For You

Daith Piercing & Fibromyalgia – Does it Help Migraine Pain?

Fibromyalgia Supplements | How Nigella Sativa Can Helpful for Fibromyalgia Patients

In Which Stage of Fibromyalgia Is Lady Gaga? An In-Depth Analysis

The Untold Strength of a Superstar: Lady Gaga Opened Up to Oprah About Mental Health Medication, PTSD, and Fibromyalgia

The Hidden Burden of Stardom: Adele Reveals She Is Dealing with Chronic Back Pain