Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition defined by widespread pain, fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and heightened sensitivity to sensory input. Among all its symptoms, sleep disturbance is one of the most consistently reported and most influential…
fibromyalgia diagnosis
Learn how Fibromyalgia is diagnosed, including key symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and the tests used to rule out other conditions.
Psychological Intervention Reduces Disability and Depression in Adolescents with Fibromyalgia
Introduction Fibromyalgia is often thought of as a condition affecting adults, but it can also occur in children and adolescents. When it develops during adolescence, it can have a profound impact on physical health, emotional…
High Rate of Restless Legs Syndrome Found in Adults with Fibromyalgia
Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties. Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), on the other hand, is a neurological sensory-motor disorder that causes an irresistible urge…
Adolescents With Fibromyalgia Who Are Physically Active Report Lower Levels of Pain and Disability
Introduction Fibromyalgia is often associated with adults, but it can also affect adolescents and teenagers during some of the most formative years of life. When it appears early, it can significantly influence school attendance, social…
How Badly Does It Hurt? Research Examines the Biomedical Diagnosis of Pain
Introduction Pain is one of the most universal human experiences, yet also one of the most difficult to measure, describe, or fully understand. Every person knows what pain feels like, but no two people experience…
Why Don’t Painkillers Work for People With Fibromyalgia?
Introduction For many people, reaching for a painkiller is the first response to aches, injuries, or headaches. Whether it’s an over-the-counter medication like ibuprofen or acetaminophen, or a prescription pain reliever, these medications often provide…
Fibromyalgia Increases Pain and Fatigue for Pregnant Women
Introduction Pregnancy is a remarkable journey that brings profound physical, emotional, and hormonal changes. While many women experience common symptoms such as fatigue, back pain, sleep disturbances, and mood fluctuations, pregnancy can present additional challenges…
Ordinary Touches Multiply Into Severe Pain for Fibromyalgia Patients
Introduction For most people, everyday physical sensations barely register. A handshake, the pressure of clothing against the skin, a hug from a loved one, or the weight of a blanket at bedtime are ordinary experiences…
New Studies Showed Mixed-but-Promising Results for New Lupus Medication Anifrolumab
Introduction Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), commonly known as lupus, is a complex autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. The condition occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, leading to inflammation and…
Nearly Half of Giant Cell Arteritis Patients on Actemra for a Year Stay in Remission After Stopping It
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is a serious inflammatory disease that primarily affects older adults, causing inflammation in the walls of medium and large arteries. Without prompt diagnosis and treatment, the condition can lead to severe…