FIBROMYALGIA SYNDROME is a condition that causes pain all over the body. The exact cause is unknown, and there’s no specific test to diagnose the condition, but there is treatment…
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Fibromyalgia And Thyroid Dysfunction
By Celeste Cooper January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Since thyroid problems can co-exist with and/or sometimes mimic fibromyalgia, let’s explore thyroid dysfunction in people with fibromyalgia. Is it fibro or thyroid…
What is fibromyalgia? Everything you need to know about the chronic condition
I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia last year although I’ve probably had it for many years. Should gyms start introducing new-to-fitness hours? It is very common for the diagnosis to take…
Lady Gaga’s New Netflix Documentary Is a Rallying Cry to Those Who Suffer From Chronic Pain
While Little Monsters everywhere have been lamenting Lady Gaga’s recent tweet announcing the postponement of the European leg of her Joanne World Tour, I have been rejoicing. Let me tell you…
12 Things You Should Never Say to Someone with a Chronic Health Condition
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all American adults live with at least one chronic illness, such as MS, HIV/AIDS, COPD, lupus,…
Supplements for Fibromyalgia
Overview Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder. Symptoms include fatigue, brain fog, and widespread pain. People with this condition often have sensitive, painful points in specific areas of their body. People…
Fibromyalgia: Symptoms And Treatment Explained After Lady Gaga Hospitalised
By Natasha Hinde Lady Gaga has been hospitalised with “severe physical pain” due to fibromyalgia, a chronic condition which causes pain all over the body. The singer was forced to cancel…
17 Ridiculous Things People Have Said About Fibromyalgia
If you have fibromyalgia, you’ve likely heard some comments about your condition that make you think, “Seriously?!” Even though our doctors and loved ones generally have good intentions, sometimes a lack of understanding…
How Fibromyalgia Affects My Relationships With Friends and Family
From the outside, a person with fibromyalgia can be many things. To complete strangers who happen to see me on a good day when I manage to set my hair, pick out…
30 Low-Cost Fibromyalgia And Chronic Lyme Treatments
Chronic illness can be a huge financial drain. As someone who is living with fibromyalgia and chronic Lyme, most of the money I make from working part time is spent…