Fibromyalgia

Also known as fibrositis, fibromyalgia is a musculoskeletar disorder, characterized by tenderness and muscle pain throughout the body. Often, it occurs alongside mood change and fatigue.

Fibromyalgia is much more likely to occur in women than men, and there is no cure. Treatment is symptom-based, and can include options such as exercise and stress-reduction measures.

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How many people More than 5,000,000 US adults

Can be lifelong

Blood Tests Requires diagnosis by a medical professional

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Basic Understanding

Fibromyalgia vs. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are two conditions that are commonly interchanged or mistaken for each other because of their similarities. Yet, no matter how many similarities they have, there are key differences that could distinguish one from the other. These differences help doctors properly diagnose each condition. Read this article to learn more.

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Why is it Difficult to Diagnose Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is extremely difficult to diagnose, as the symptoms are similar to other medical conditions. Moreover, there are no specific tests that determine a positive or a negative for fibromyalgia. Read this article to learn more.

Basic Understanding

Fibromyalgia and Women’s Health

Fibromyalgia is commonly diagnosed in women. Read this article to learn about fibromyalgia, and why it occurs more often in women than men.

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Causes

Can a Diet Help to Manage Fibromyalgia Symptoms?

Fibromyalgia can cause a decrease in activity due to muscle pain and fatigue. Find out how diet can help by reading this article.

Causes

What Causes Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a musculoskeletal condition characterized by chronic pain, fatigue, and difficulty sleeping. Understand the causes, signs, and symptoms.

Causes

Fibromyalgia and How It Affects Women

Fibromyalgia is a commonly misunderstood and misdiagnosed condition. The cause of the pain and other symptoms associated with fibromyalgia are unknown. To further complicate this complex set of symptoms is the fact that women account for 90 percent of fibromyalgia cases. Learn more about how this disorder affects women.

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Treatment

Mindfulness and Fibromyalgia

Mindfulness meditation is the practice of observing and accepting your thoughts, feelings and sensations. This practice is not about changing your thoughts, but bringing them into the moment. Meditation is practiced in many ways, but concentrates on the following: the body, breath, and thoughts. Read this article to learn how meditation can help to alleviate symptoms of fibromyalgia.

Treatment

Daily Tips to Help Manage Your Fibromyalgia

Although the major symptoms of fibromyalgia are widespread pain and chronic fatigue, many individuals report a feeling of confusion and forgetfulness. Here are some steps to alleviate your “fibro fog” symptoms.

Treatment

Dietary Guidelines to Manage Fibromyalgia

Carefully controlling your diet is an important part of managing and controlling symptoms that occur due to fibromyalgia. Learn more about the correlation between nutrition and the pain derived from fibromyalgia.

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