I wish I had been prepared for the impact of what was going to happen in my life from chronic illness being newly diagnosed. Realistically. I had a firm belief back then that I could…
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Fibromyalgia: costochondritis
I have been having severe fibromyalgia–related chest pains. The way I can tell it is fibromyalgia is that a) they are enduring and b) my sternum is extremely tender to the touch and so it…
A new principle was discovered for how muscle pain is signaled
Chronic muscular pain may be linked to a previously unknown principle for how pain signals are transmitted in the human body. This is shown by Umeå University researchers Tuija Athanassiadis and Karl-Gunnar Westberg, in collaboration…
High Rate of Restless Legs Syndrome Found in Adults With Fibromyalgia
When the Body Refuses Stillness at Night For many adults living with fibromyalgia, nighttime is not a period of rest in the traditional sense. It is often a continuation of discomfort, sensory sensitivity, and disrupted…
Immediate Treatment Can Alleviate Future Back Problems
Understanding the Importance of Early Action in Back Health Back problems are among the most common health complaints worldwide, affecting people of all ages and lifestyles. While many individuals assume that back pain is something…
Young People Report Worse Fibromyalgia Than Older Patients: Exploring the Patterns Behind Symptom Severity
Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and cognitive dysfunction. While it affects individuals across all age groups, an interesting pattern has emerged in both clinical observation…
Fibromyalgia is more than pain
Time for another post about Fibromaygia for Awareness month. Fibromyalgia is more than widespread pain Primary symptoms Primary symptoms are the areas used to diagnose someone with Fibromyalgia because they happen to a degree in…
Homeopathic Remedies for Muscle Adhesions
Introduction Muscle adhesions are often described as tight, fibrous bands or restricted areas within soft tissues that limit movement and contribute to pain, stiffness, and reduced flexibility. They are commonly discussed in the context of…
Realities of Family Planning with Chronic Illness
Introduction: When Future Plans Meet a Chronic Condition Family planning is often imagined as a straightforward life stage—deciding when to have children, preparing for pregnancy, and moving forward with confidence. For individuals living with chronic…
When pain slows you down
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…