Understanding the Role of Glial Cells and Neuroinflammation in Fibromyalgia Pain Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and cognitive disturbances. While its exact cause remains elusive, recent research has highlighted…
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Learn how Fibromyalgia is diagnosed, including key symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and the tests used to rule out other conditions.
Fibromyalgia and MicroRNAs: Could They Become Future Biomarkers for Diagnosis and Treatment?
Fibromyalgia remains one of the most challenging chronic conditions to diagnose and manage. Characterized by widespread pain, chronic fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, and sleep disturbances, its cause is still not fully understood. Diagnostic tools rely primarily…
The Science Behind Fibromyalgia Pain: What MRI Studies Reveal About Chronic Pain
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and cognitive disturbances. Despite its prevalence, the underlying mechanisms of fibromyalgia pain have remained elusive. Recent advancements in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have provided…
Are We Missing the Diagnosis? Recognizing Fibromyalgia in Clinics More Effectively
Fibromyalgia remains one of the most frequently underdiagnosed and misdiagnosed conditions in primary care and specialty clinics. Despite affecting millions worldwide, many patients go years without an accurate diagnosis, enduring chronic pain, fatigue, and cognitive…
Talking to Patients About Fibromyalgia: Empathy and Evidence-Based Communication
Fibromyalgia is a chronic and often misunderstood condition that presents a complex challenge not only in diagnosis but also in communication between healthcare professionals and patients. Characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive…
The Biopsychosocial Model vs. Neuroimmune Model in Fibromyalgia: A 2025 Comparative Guide
Fibromyalgia has long challenged conventional frameworks of chronic illness. Its wide array of symptoms, including widespread pain, fatigue, brain fog, and emotional distress, has made it difficult to define through a single lens. Two dominant…
Diagnostic Criteria for Fibromyalgia: 2025 Updates and Clinical Insights
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and cognitive disturbances. Accurate diagnosis is essential for effective management and treatment. In 2025, the diagnostic criteria for fibromyalgia have been updated to reflect…
Living with Chronic Fatigue and Brain Fog: A Complete Fibromyalgia Guide for Clarity and Energy
Fibromyalgia is a complex, chronic condition that affects the musculoskeletal system and the central nervous system, resulting in widespread pain, emotional distress, and profound physical and mental fatigue. While pain is the most well-known symptom,…
Fibromyalgia Flare-Ups: Triggers, Prevention & Recovery Tips That Work in 2025
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition defined by persistent pain, fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, and sensitivity to stimuli. For many individuals, symptoms can ebb and flow, with periods of relative stability interrupted by episodes of intense discomfort…
Fibro Fog Explained: What It Is and How to Cope with Cognitive Dysfunction in Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is widely recognized for its hallmark symptoms of chronic pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. However, another equally disruptive but less visible aspect of the condition is fibro fog. Also referred to as cognitive dysfunction…