Ask the doctor By Toni Golen, MD, Editor in Chief, Harvard Women’s Health Watch; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing; Contributor Q. Even though I apply rich moisturizers to my heels, they’re severely cracked—so badly that they sometimes bleed. Why is this happening? A. Also known as heel fissures, cracks in the heels occur when the skin on the bottom of the heel becomes hard and parched, and is sometimes associated with thick heel calluses. Often, softening the skin with moisturizers or petroleum jelly does the trick — especially during dry winter months —…
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Is fibromyalgia hereditary?
Protect yourself from the damage of chronic inflammation. Science has proven that chronic, low-grade inflammation can turn into a silent killer that contributes to cardiovascular disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes and other conditions. Get simple tips to fight inflammation and stay healthy — from Harvard Medical School experts.LEARN MORE View Protect yourself from the damage of chronic inflammation. Ask the doctors Q. My mother has fibromyalgia, and I think I’m starting to experience similar symptoms. Is fibromyalgia hereditary? A. Yes. Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition that affects some six million or more…
Read MoreLady Gaga says she suffers from fibromyalgia; what is it?
Days after debuting her Netflix documentary Lady Gaga: Five Foot Two at the Toronto Film Festival on Friday, the singer/actress says she wants to connect with others struggling with fibromyalgia. “In our documentary the #chronicillness #chronicpain I deal w/ is #Fibromyalgia I wish to help raise awareness & connect people who have it,” she tweeted Tuesday. She also replied to a user who commented on how Gaga’s discussion of the illness opened the door for others to talk about their experiences with chronic pain. “I am praying that more and more people come forward…
Read MoreMedication for Fibromyalgia
NYU Langone doctors may prescribe one or more medications to help alleviate the chronic pain of fibromyalgia. No two people with fibromyalgia have exactly the same symptoms, so your doctor carefully considers your symptoms and other medical conditions when recommending a medication. Schedule an Appointment Browse our specialists and get the care you need.Find a Doctor & Schedule Antidepressants Antidepressants are commonly prescribed for people with fibromyalgia. These medications may reduce fibromyalgia pain and fatigue by increasing the amount of certain neurotransmitters, or chemicals, in the brain. These neurotransmitters can…
Read MoreLifestyle Modifications for Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that must be managed over time. NYU Langone doctors encourage people with fibromyalgia to proactively report changes in symptoms or the occurrence of new symptoms. Schedule an Appointment Browse our specialists and get the care you need.Find a Doctor & Schedule There is no cure for fibromyalgia. However, research suggests that symptoms, such as pain, can often be managed by making changes to your lifestyle. An NYU Langone rheumatologist oversees your care and helps you to manage this condition. He or she may refer you…
Read MoreHere are amazing method of Diagnosing Fibromyalgia
NYU Langone rheumatologists—specialists who treat conditions that cause pain and swelling in muscles, joints, and tendons—are experienced in recognizing the symptoms of fibromyalgia. People with this condition generally have widespread and chronic pain and tenderness in the muscles throughout the body. Schedule an Appointment Browse our specialists and get the care you need.Find a Doctor & Schedule Fibromyalgia is a syndrome—that is, it’s a set of symptoms that occur together and indicate a specific condition. The cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. One theory is that people with the condition have…
Read MoreA case of secondary fibromyalgia
Worsening pain in someone with rheumatoid arthritis? Don’t assume it’s always active disease. A65-year-old female presents with a polyarthritis. She has multiple swollen joints in the upper and lower limbs, morning stiffness and pain. Rheumatoid factor and cyclic citrullinated peptide (CCP) antibody tests are positive, and it is clear she has seropositive rheumatoid arthritis. She has an initial response to methotrexate, leflunomide and low dose prednisone, but has persistent high disease activity and progresses to biologic therapy. She starts subcutaneous adalimumab fortnightly injections and responds well to this. Her disease…
Read MoreFibromyalgia led Miss Shropshire to pursue her dreams
By Sophie Madden BBC News, West Midlands A woman competing to be Miss England said being diagnosed with a pain condition, and a tumour, led her to pursue her dreams. Miss Shropshire, Eloise Sarasini, is currently competing in the beauty pageant. At 21 she was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, which she said made her focus on doing what she loved. She now wants to be a positive role model for others. Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain all over the body. Miss Sarasini said the discomfort is “widespread” and limited…
Read MoreHow laser therapy can provide significant pain reduction for fibromyalgia patients
Local company, Multi Radiance Medical, pioneered the use of light to ease patients suffering. By Jen Picciano CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A new therapy is giving hope and relief to chronic pain sufferers, the likes of which they’ve never seen, delivering a 50% reduction in pain. This technology that’s helping fibromyalgia patients was developed right here in Northeast Ohio. “A lot of people describe it as having the flu and falling down the stairs, others say they got hit by a truck,” said Donna Penner. She has been suffering from chronic…
Read MoreCoping With Fibromyalgia Skin Problems
Fibromyalgia brings many unpleasant symptoms with it, the primary ones being a feeling of widespread pain, physical fatigue, and cognitive fatigue–also known as brain fog. But did you know that fibromyalgia could also be to blame for rashes, itching, and other skin conditions? It has been estimated that between 50 to 80 percent of people that have fibromyalgia also have problems with their skin. This means that in addition to living with intense pain and debilitating fatigue, many of us also deal with the extreme irritation of itchiness and rashes. You…
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