Category: Fibromyalgia

 by frazzledfibro Fibromyalgia, often abbreviated as “fibro,” is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas. It is a complex and misunderstood condition affecting an estimated 10 million people in the United States alone. The exact cause of fibromyalgia remains unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. Some researchers also believe that fibromyalgia could be related to problems with the central nervous system, which may cause the brain to amplify pain signals. Contents  hide  1 High Blood Pressure (Hypertension):…

Contents Fibromyalgia, also called fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), is a long-term condition that causes pain all over the body. Symptoms of fibromyalgia As well as widespread pain, other symptoms of fibromyalgia include: The symptoms of fibromyalgia are changeable – for example, they can sometimes suddenly improve or get worse. See a GP if you think you have fibromyalgia. Treatment can ease some of the symptoms, although they’re unlikely to disappear completely. How fibromyalgia is treated Although there’s currently no cure for fibromyalgia, there are treatments to help relieve some of the symptoms…

Philip J. Mease, MD Opinion An expert rheumatologist reviews the efficacy and safety of the 3 FDA-approved therapies for treating fibromyalgia—pregabalin, duloxetine, and milnacipran. EP: 1.Impact of Brain on Nociplastic Pain for Fibromyalgia EP: 2.Approaching Management of Fibromyalgia and Unmet Needs in TreatmentEP: 3.Current Treatment Options for FibromyalgiaEP: 4.Treatment Selection and Strategy for Fibromyalgia AgentsEP: 5.Clinical Pearls for the Management of FibromyalgiaEP: 6.Overview of FibromyalgiaEP: 7.Challenges for Patients With FibromyalgiaNow ViewingEP: 8.FDA-Approved Therapies for FibromyalgiaEP: 9.Treatment Selection in FibromyalgiaEP: 10.Clinical Pearls for Clinicians Treating FibromyalgiaEP: 11.Future Developments in Fibromyalgia Treatment This is a video synopsis/summary of a panel discussion involving Philip…

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm Official answer by Drugs.com Both Lyrica and gabapentin are used as anti-epileptic medications and to treat nerve pain. But there are several differences between them. The main differences between Lyrica and gabapentin are: Because Lyrica and gabapentin belong to the same class of medicine (gabapentinoids), they have many similarities, for example:

K FACTORS FOR FIBROMYALGIA RECENT POSTS HOW TO MANAGE A SEVERE SCIATICA FLARE-UP As many as 40% of Americans suffer from sciatica at some… WHEN IS TINGLING A SIGN OF NEUROPATHY? About 2.4% of women and men suffer from peripheral neuropathy, which… Fibromyalgia affects thousands of Americans, causing symptoms like musculoskeletal… HOW ARTHRITIS SYMPTOMS AFFECT YOUR SLEEP Nearly a quarter of American adults have arthritis that’s… THE TOLL DIABETES CAN TAKE ON YOUR NERVES Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects nearly 40… Fibromyalgia affects thousands of Americans, causing symptoms like musculoskeletal aches and…

If you love someone with fibromyalgia experience severe pain that varies from day to day and from hour to hour. We can not predict that. So we want you to understand that sometimes things have to be canceled at the last minute and it bothers us as much as you. We want you to know that we must learn to accept our body with its limits, and it is not easy. There is no cure for fibromyalgia, but we try to relieve the symptoms every day. We ask not to suffer from this. Many…

Duloxetine Hcl overview BRAND NAMES: GENERIC NAMES: USES: THERAPEUTIC CLASSES: FORMS: HOW IT’S TAKEN: What is Duloxetine Hcl used for? The FDA has approved duloxetine as a treatment for major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. As a nerve pain agent, duloxetine is also used to treat nerve pain as a result of diabetic nerve damage, chronic bone and muscle pain such as back pain, and fibromyalgia. What form(s) does Duloxetine Hcl come in What are common Duloxetine Hcl doses? Common Duloxetine Hcl prescriptions How to take Duloxetine Hcl What…

Fibromyalgia is known to cause significant pain throughout the body, but is it the cause of the nagging pain in your foot and hand? Question: Do fibromyalgia symptoms include foot and hand pain? I have such persistent pain in my thumb that it’s difficult for me to write, and both my feet hurt when I put any weight on them. My hands and feet used to be the only parts of my body without persistent pain. Now this. Can you explain it?  Answer: Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by persistent pain…