Fibromyalgia patients may have different cerebral blood flow parameters compared with the general population, according to a recent study. Researchers say these changes could be linked to clinical pain parameters and emotional factors. The study…
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When Fibromyalgia Painkillers Stop Working
It’s not uncommon for the effects of fibromyalgia pain medications to wane over time. But what can you do about it? Here are seven different treatment options to explore. If you are one of the…
The Gnashing of Teeth, The Painful Face of Fibromyalgia
It is rather common for patients to complain of suffering chronic fatigue along with all the pain of fibromyalgia, but it seems to me that too often perhaps doctor and patient neglect to discuss the pain of Temporomandibular…
Difficulties With Phone Conversations in Fibromyalgia and ME/CFS
Have you come to hate talking on the telephone since you’ve had fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome? It’s a common thing with people frequently saying they have an especially hard time focusing on phone conversations. Factors That Contribute…
Fibromyalgia Causes Risky Nondripping Blood Pressure
In a recent study entitled “Fibromyalgia and Nondipper Circadian Blood Pressure Variability” a research team reports that female fibromyalgia patients are a risk group for “non-dipping blood pressure,” a phenomenon associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disorders.…
Fibromyalgia and Herpes virus: Is there a connection?
Despite the instant negative reaction to the thought of the Herpes virus and the association with sexually transmitted disease, there are a number of different Herpes viruses, including those responsible for Chicken Pox, Shingles, and…
Should You Try Cannabis Creams for Pain Relief?
Cannabis-infused sports creams claim to offer muscle relief. We spoke to experts to see if they’re worth a shot. Chances are you’re no stranger to muscle aches. Well, what if we told you that cannabis creams might…
Endocannabinoid Deficiency Suspected As Cause For Fibromyalgia
For decades, since fibromyalgia disproportionately affected women, those who suffered from its often debilitating effects were often labeled as “hysterical women.” Many doctors would not even acknowledge that it was a legitimate physical disorder and…
Prevalence of Fibromyalgia Increases with Age, Linked to Poor Quality of Life, Study Says
The prevalence of fibromyalgia (FM) may increase with age, according to results obtained in a study with Turkish patients. The study shows that elderly adults with fibromyalgia experience poor quality of life in terms of…
Can Topical Magnesium Help With Your Fibromyalgia Symptoms?
A recent clinical study looked at the effects of topical magnesium on forty female patients who had been diagnosed with fibromyalgia. We’ve covered a lot of topics on this website about fibromyalgia, both the symptoms…