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Can fibromyalgia be caused by trauma?

Fibromyalgia can affect people of all ages and backgrounds, but it is seven times more likely to be diagnosed in women than in men. The condition tends to develop between…

chronicwoman October 14, 2022

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Invisible Disability Awareness

We have embodied beings. All of us. But what then is distinct about the lived experience of pain? What is it like to have your life and choices filtered by…

chronicillness October 14, 2022

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Fibro Flare: Pain is such a barrier

Obviously trying to do anything with a migraine is stupid, necessary, but stupid. However, struggling to get through the day with that sort of pain makes me rather forget how…

chronicillness October 13, 2022

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How to find meaning again when fibromyalgia and chronic illness upends your life

You’re sitting in the doctor’s office, being told you have an incurable illness. Maybe you have to leave your career, or pull back on your workload, with set accommodations. You…

chronicillness October 12, 2022

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Finding Someone to Treat Fibromyalgia

It isn’t always easy to find someone to help you because there’s not just one type of doctor who treats fibromyalgia. But it’s important to find a doctor who understands…

chronicillness October 11, 2022

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CRPS and anxiety

Most people have feelings of anxiety – a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe – at some point in their life. Anxiety…

chronicwoman October 10, 2022

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Getting a Better Night’s Sleep With Fibromyalgia

A good night’s sleep is as important to your health as eating right and exercising regularly. That’s especially true when you have fibromyalgia. Getting enough quality sleep can ease the…

chronicillness October 10, 2022

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The Emotional Effects of Fibromyalgia

Living with fibromyalgia can affect you physically and emotionally. Fibromyalgia is stressful. The pain and stress of fibromyalgia raise your body’s level of cortisol, a stress hormone. Adjusting to the…

chronicillness October 9, 2022

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6 Tips for Coping With ‘Fibromyalgia Fog’

Managing Fibromyalgia’s Effects on the Brain Doctors often focus more on the physical symptoms of fibromyalgia, such as pain, fatigue, and stiffness. However, many people with the condition also have…

chronicillness October 8, 2022

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The Truth About Fibromyalgia Tender Points

The phrase “tender points” isn’t something you hear every day. But if you have fibromyalgia, you may be familiar with those words. In fact, your doctor may have used tender…

chronicillness October 7, 2022