Headaches are often thought of occurring as a sign of a larger problem, and in most cases, this is true. Headaches frequently accompany colds, flu, chronic pain, and even food poisoning. However, sometimes headaches occur…
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A comprehensive guide on chronic pain, its causes, symptoms, and effective management strategies to improve your quality of life.
Why no one seems to ask us how fibromyalgia is affecting our relationships
Our doctors spend a lot of time asking us questions like ‘what are your symptoms?’ and ‘how’s your sleep?’ So why is it that no one seems to ask us how fibromyalgia is affecting our…
Patient Questions: Answered related to Fibromyalgia
Question:I have had fibromyalgia for some years. I would like to address the illness and get some help in managing pain levels better, any advice? There are many steps you can take when it comes…
Fibromyalgia sufferers finally acknowledged by the USA
The New Year is off to a great start already, as fibromyalgia sufferers in the U.S. have finally been acknowledged. As 2015 came to a close, fibromyalgia received its own official diagnostic code in the…
Insurance Company Have Rejected My Income Protection Claim
I have been turned down on my income protection claim because of a report commissioned by my insurance company from a company doing CPAD (chronic pain abilities determination). The tests were conducted by an osteopath…
Fibromyalgia syndrome: 4 ways to cope with the pain
Fibromyalgia syndrome causes widespread pain and stiffness in the body which gets worse as the day progresses, leaving you feeling weak. This syndrome can have a huge impact on how you lead your life on…
Teacher Wins Ill-Health Retirement Pension Case
Ronty Rhodes Solicitors recently represented Mrs. Adams who suffers from Fibromyalgia. She was dismissed on the grounds of ill health in July 2011 but received her last sick pay in March 2011. She submitted an…
What it is like to live with Fibromyalgia?
I am a retired Author and Producer of large creative events and most recently a Paper Maker, Sculptor and Workshop Leader. My husband always said that I metamorphosis at various times throughout life. We married…
Is Chronic Pain Affecting Your Relationship?
Living with a chronic pain condition, such as fibromyalgia, can be difficult enough in itself but, when it comes to relationships, it can also cause additional complications. Aside from the pain associated with fibromyalgia, the…
Did your chronic illness insist that you spend your vacation in bed?
Before fibromyalgia, psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and other chronic illness took over my body, I would return home from a vacation feeling relaxed or energized. At first, my illnesses would require a little more rest while…