Living with Fibromyalgia

fibromyalgia and Pelvic pain

Fibromyalgia: A Pain in the Pelvis?

Pelvic pain (or pain in the area of the pelvis, bowel or bladder) can take many forms. It can be severe and constant or it can be a vague pain that comes and goes. For some people, the pain may manifest as cramping, a dull aching, or pressure. The pain […]

Sleep Disorders and Fibro

Sleep Disorders & Fibro: How to Get Restful Sleep

One of the most common symptoms of the condition of fibromyalgia are disturbances in sleep. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that has an effect on the brain and spinal cord and results in symptoms that manifest as fatigue, pain, and difficulty with concentration- as well as problems with sleep. In […]

fibromyalgia and allodynia

The Shared Pain between Fibromyalgia and Allodynia

Introduction In these fast moving world people have caught on to the technology but number of health cases have increased rapidly. More and more people are getting sick every day, new diseases are being diagnosed daily. But the most affecting disease people are scared of are psychological, due to high […]

fibromyalgia and chest pain

Chest Pains and Fibromyalgia

The condition of fibromyalgia, called fibro, is characterized by widespread pain, tender points, and other symptoms. If you have the condition of fibro, chances are that you have experienced chest pain related to fibro. However, don’t panic- this is a very common symptom of the condition of fibro. It is […]

Tingling Sensations and Fibromyalgia

Tingling Sensations and Fibromyalgia

Have you ever experienced pins and needles? The sensation – called paresthesia – is usually caused when nerves (typically in the extremities) lose blood and cannot communicate important information to the brain. This typically happens when you sleep strangely, or if you keep your legs elevated for a long period […]

Fibromyalgia and Shoulder Pain

Dealing with Fibromyalgia Shoulder Pain

The term fibromyalgia is actually a combination of three terms: Fibro: the Latin term for fibrous tissues Myo: the Greek term for muscle Algia: the Greek term for pain The condition of fibromyalgia syndrome is a chronic one and is characterized by several different symptoms, including fatigue, tender points, and […]