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…
Read MoreLyrica vs Gabapentin: What’s the difference?
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:
Read MoreFDA-Approved Therapies for Fibromyalgia
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…
Read MoreOverview-Fibromyalgia
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…
Read MoreA Dive Into The Link Between Fibromyalgia And High Blood Pressure
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):…
Read MoreWhat can cause morning back pain?
Morning back pain can stem from a problem with sleeping posture, mattress, or pillows. However, waking up with lower back pain can also indicate an underlying condition, such as degenerative disc disease or fibromyalgia. Waking up with back pain can slow down a person’s start on the day. Determining the cause of the pain can help them identify ways to manage the problem and wake up to more pain-free mornings. This article outlines some of the possible causes of waking up with back pain, along with their associated treatment options.…
Read More16 Ways to Support a Spouse Who Has Fibromyalgia
16 Ways to Support a Spouse Who Has Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness that causes devastating chronic pain. With this disease, knowing how to support your spouse or loved one can be very difficult. They look the same, but you cannot touch them at times, they are exhausted, and often they are depressed. There are things you can do to help out, to give support, and to make life easier for your spouse with fibromyalgia. Things you can do: 1. Help around the house. Take over the household chores that…
Read MoreMy partner has Fibromyalgia. What should I do?
Dos and Dont’s for partners of Fibromyalgia warriors Renuka Dhinakaran · Follow Published in Invisible Illness Living with Fibromyalgia is death by a thousand cuts (or that is how it feels every morning I wake up and every night I go to bed). It is a syndrome characterized by widespread, chronic pain, increased sensitivity to pressure and fatigue (even with little to no exertion). There is no known cause…
Read MoreLiving with a woman with fibromyalgia from the perspective of the husband
Siv Söderberg 1, Marie Strand, Maria Haapala, Berit Lundman Affiliations expand Abstract Background: Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic pain syndrome, which affects mostly middle-aged women. The syndrome is poorly understood and treatment is mainly palliative. The diagnosis is established from diagnostic criteria. Living with FM means living a life greatly influenced by the illness in various ways for people affected. Aim of the study. The aim of this study was to describe the experiences of living with a woman with FM from the husbands’ perspective. Methods: Five men married to women with FM were interviewed using a…
Read MoreA Complete Guide to Fibromyalgia
Everything You Need to Know about Fibromyalgia On this page What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia causes Fibromyalgia symptoms What are some rare fibromyalgia symptoms ? Are there stages of fibromyalgia? What are the risk factors for fibromyalgia? How is fibromyalgia diagnosed? What conditions are linked to fibromyalgia? What triggers fibromyalgia flares? What medications help fibromyalgia? How is fibromyalgia treated? What are the evidence-based approaches for living well with fibromyalgia? Living well with fibromyalgia also involves… Can you die from fibromyalgia? What’s the latest research on fibromyalgia? Overwhelmed by it all? Just…
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