Chronic Pain: Causes, Symptoms & Effective Management

The Hidden Pressure: Is Your Bra Causing You More Fibromyalgia Pain Than You Realize?

Fibromyalgia is notorious for its widespread pain, fatigue, and unpredictable flare-ups. But there’s one potential trigger hiding in plain sight—your bra. While bras are essential for support and comfort for many, they may be silently intensifying your fibromyalgia symptoms. If you’ve noticed chest tightness, shoulder tension, back pain, or general discomfort that worsens throughout the day, your bra might be part of the problem. This isn’t about fashion. It’s about function, fit, and the relationship…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/18/202508/22/2025•0

Lost Nights, Hidden Battles: Why Nobody Talks About Fibromyalgia Insomnia and the Truth Behind the Silence

Fibromyalgia pain is often visible in how someone moves, walks, or winces. But the insomnia that comes with it? That remains largely hidden. It lurks in the quiet hours of the night, when the world sleeps and the body refuses to. It is one of fibromyalgia’s most crippling companions—yet one of the least discussed. The truth is, fibromyalgia and insomnia go hand in hand. The pain keeps you awake, the poor sleep makes the pain…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/18/202508/22/2025•0

From Numb to Nourished: 15 Transformative Steps That Turned My Fibromyalgia Pain Into Purpose

Fibromyalgia crept into my life quietly at first. A little ache here, some fatigue there. I chalked it up to stress, lack of sleep, maybe aging. But within months, the pain became louder, more persistent, and harder to ignore. It felt like my body had turned against me. Every movement hurt. Every attempt to explain my pain was met with blank stares or disbelief. I was tired, frustrated, and scared. But I’m here to tell…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/18/202508/22/2025•0

The Hidden Layer: Which One Do You Have Along with Fibromyalgia? Discover the Common Co-Conditions That May Be Affecting You

Living with fibromyalgia is already a full-time challenge. The widespread pain, deep fatigue, brain fog, and disrupted sleep are enough to alter every part of your life. But for many sufferers, fibromyalgia doesn’t come alone. It often arrives hand-in-hand with other health conditions—some obvious, others harder to detect. This overlapping of multiple chronic conditions is so common it even has a name: comorbidity. And for those navigating fibromyalgia, identifying what else might be going on…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/18/202508/22/2025•0

Jeff Sessions’ ‘Tough It Out’ Remark: A Disregard for Chronic Pain Sufferers

Understanding the Controversy In 2018, then-Attorney General Jeff Sessions made a statement suggesting that individuals dealing with chronic pain should “take some aspirin and tough it out.” This remark was intended to address concerns over opioid prescriptions but was met with significant backlash from the chronic pain community. The Reality of Chronic Pain Chronic pain is a complex medical condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It encompasses a range of disorders, including fibromyalgia, arthritis,…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/18/202508/22/2025•0

Fibromyalgia vs Genetics: Understanding the Hereditary Link

Fibromyalgia is a complex chronic pain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, and sleep disturbances. While its exact cause remains unknown, researchers have explored various factors, including genetics, environmental triggers, and neurological dysfunction. One of the most debated questions in fibromyalgia research is: Is fibromyalgia genetic? Many patients report a family history of the condition, suggesting a hereditary component. However, genetics alone may not…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/18/202508/22/2025•0

The Sanctuary Strategy: 9 Items in My Spoonie Room That Perfectly Support Chronic Illness Life

Living with a chronic illness like fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, or lupus means every space you inhabit needs to work with your body, not against it. Over time, many of us create what’s lovingly known in the chronic illness community as a spoonie room—a personal space designed to soothe symptoms, conserve energy, and provide comfort during long rest periods. This isn’t just a bedroom. It’s a sanctuary. A toolkit. A haven. Every item in it serves a…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/17/202508/22/2025•0

Unmasking the Silent Shift: 11 Smart Strategies for Coping With New Memory Loss Symptoms After Living With Chronic Illness

Living with a chronic illness already demands an immense level of resilience. It often means adapting to physical limitations, emotional strain, and long-term changes to your routine. But when new symptoms emerge—particularly those related to memory loss—it can feel like a setback that’s hard to accept. Memory loss, even when subtle or gradual, can add a new layer of difficulty to an already complex journey. Understanding how to cope with these changes is essential for…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/17/202508/22/2025•0

Quiet Power: Why I’m Rejecting ‘Hustle Culture’ in My Life With Chronic Illness and Reclaiming Peace

Hustle culture is everywhere. It glorifies productivity at any cost, celebrates late nights and early mornings, and rewards the ability to constantly push through boundaries in pursuit of success. But for those living with chronic illness, this relentless drive is not just unrealistic—it can be dangerous. I’ve learned this lesson firsthand, and that’s why I’ve chosen to reject hustle culture in my life with chronic illness. Understanding Hustle Culture and Its Consequences Hustle culture feeds…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/17/202508/22/2025•0

Endocrine Disease is Root Cause by Fibromyalgia: Unraveling the Connection

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties. Despite extensive research, the exact cause of fibromyalgia remains unclear. However, one emerging theory suggests that endocrine dysfunction may play a significant role in the development and progression of fibromyalgia. The endocrine system, which regulates hormones in the body, plays a crucial role in pain perception, energy levels, metabolism, and stress response. Many fibromyalgia patients exhibit hormonal imbalances,…

by Dr Alex Robber•05/17/202508/22/2025•0