Tag: Fibromyalgia

Frances Coleman-Williams Fibromyalgia is an invisible illness. It can therefore be difficult for anyone who doesn’t have it to understand its various symptoms. There’s chronic widespread pain in joints, muscles and connective tissue, and fatigue. The latter is not simply a feeling of being tired, but a debilitating lack of energy that impacts every aspect of the person’s life. UK to get a two-week soaking thanks to a 400-milewide storm from the US Other common symptoms include stiffness and headaches but there are a lot of symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. Here…

Fibromyalgia can lead to unusual symptoms in some people. Knowing the range of symptoms this condition can produce may help with diagnosis and treatment. Experts estimate that around 4 million adults in the United States have fibromyalgia. This condition causes widespread pain, brain fog, and mood changes. However, there are many more, less common signs a person may experience. Keep reading to learn what additional symptoms may be a sign of fibromyalgia, what causes them, and how they can be treated. Can numbness and tingling be a sign of fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia may cause…

Chicago Neurological Services  Blog Why Women Are More Prone to Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in specific body areas, is often accompanied by sleep disturbances, cognitive difficulties, and other somatic symptoms and affects 4 million Americans. Interestingly, the majority of these are women. According to a 2023 study, between 80 and 96% of fibromyalgia diagnoses are for women. If you’re a woman diagnosed with fibromyalgia, you might wonder why you’re more prone to fibromyalgia. In this blog post, neurologist Lenny Cohen, MD, and our team of experts…

10 Symptoms of Fibromyalgia in Men and Women As a Minnesota upper cervical chiropractor, I help patients get lasting relief from fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a disorder that causes chronic pain throughout the body and oversensitivity to pressure. A study showed that nerve damage might have something to do with fibromyalgia. As a result of the nerve damage, the brain records intense pain even when there is little or no pain at all.  According to the National Fibromyalgia Association, about 75-90% of fibromyalgia patients are women. Although more women have it, men suffer from chronic fatigue…

Fibromyalgia, commonly referred to as “fibro,” is a painful condition that increases the body’s sensitivity to sensation, causing pain. Because this condition cannot be diagnosed by traditional tests, it can sometimes be difficult for patients to receive a definitive diagnosis. Doctors rely on the presence of symptoms to determine if the patient may have fibromyalgia. If you experience pain and tenderness on a regular basis, but can’t explain it, it is possible you may have fibromyalgia. Your doctor can discuss your symptoms with you and investigate other causes or potential treatments…

How to recognize fibromyalgia flares and what to do about them Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes pain and tenderness throughout the body. Symptoms of fibromyalgia flares vary but often involve widespread pain, joint stiffness, and extreme sensitivity to stimuli. Some people with fibromyalgia may experience certain symptoms regularly. However, the pain associated with fibromyalgia tends to fluctuate and worsen. When symptoms temporarily increase in number or intensity, it is called a flare or flare-up. A flare-up can last anywhere from a few days to weeks. When fibromyalgia pains…

Overview of Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a chronic (long-lasting) disorder that causes pain and tenderness throughout the body, as well as fatigue and trouble sleeping. Scientists do not fully understand what causes it, but people with the disorder have a heightened sensitivity to pain. There is no cure for fibromyalgia, but doctors and other health care providers can help manage and treat the symptoms. Treatment typically involves a combination of exercise or other movement therapies, psychological and behavioral therapy, and medications.  Who Gets Fibromyalgia? Anyone can get fibromyalgia, but more women…

Protecting and improving our bone density is crucial as we agewith Fibromyalgia.  The GOOD news is that our approach for protecting bone density and muscular strength is well verified for those of us with fibromyalgia and other conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis and Auto Immune.  Fibromyalgia and Bone Density  Maintaining strong bones is crucial for women over 50 due to the increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures.First, what is Bone Density?  Bone density refers to the amount of bone mineral in bone tissue, which indicates the strength of bones. Peak bone…