Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is becoming more prevalent in our society, so don't feel alone! One website that has really helped me learn more about how to diet with Fibromyalgia is: http://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/guide/fibromyalgia-the-diet-connection.

Fibromyalgia is often triggered by a major physical or mental stress. Therefore, the same factors that lead to certain other conditions may also lead to fibromyalgia. Some of these conditions include migraines; autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and ankylosing spondyilitis; irritable bowel syndrome; and depression.

There is no known or specific prevention for fibromyalgia. However, similar to many other medical conditions, remaining as healthy as possible with a good diet, safe exercise, and adequate rest is the best prevention.

It won't help your symptoms as far as pain relief but it can help you forget about the discomfort for a while because it helps you relax. However on the downside....if you have fibromyalgia and you are not very active the hunger induced by weed can cause weight gain.

It has been seen that regular practice of yoga revereses fibromyalgia.Fibromyalgia is a debilitating disease that produces widespread pain, disturbed sleep and exhaustion. Although the muscles hurt everywhere, from head to toe, they are not the only cause of discomfort. As the pain is often triggered by nervous system processes, the diffuse, body-wide symptoms are greatly magnified. The yogic practices which are effective in managing this condition are Palm Tree Pose (Tadasana), Swaying Palm Tree Pose (Tiryaka Tadasana), Waist Rotating Pose (Kati Chakrasana), Anti-Rheumatic Group (PM 1 series), Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana Pranayama), Humming Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), and Psychic Sleep (Yoga Nidra).

Tramadol may be prescribed in some cases of Fibromyalgia. Please consult your doctor before taking any new medications and ensure that they do not interact with other medications you are currently taking.

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Lyrica is being prescribed for fibromyalgia. Lyrica acts on GABA neurotransmission in the body, like Neurontin - increasing a person's threshold for pain.

It should be noted that while Lyrica is being promoted for fibromyalgia, the study performed on Lyrica for the treatment of fibromyalgia did not have overwhelming positive results. The numbers were just enough that they could claim it was helpful. The company still chose to market Lyrica for the treatment of FMS because it gives them a further five years on their patent, so no other company can try and make a generic drug.

Cymbalta has had more success with the treatment of fibromyalgia.

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Diet and exercise is the best way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains is important. Also, daily exercise is also very important to help maintain a healthy lifestyle.

You are no more likely to die of the flu with Fibromyalgia than you are without it. However, because those with Fibromyalgia often have weakened immune systems, they are more susceptible to getting the flu.

Testing for fibromyalgia is mainly through physical examination. There are certain points on the body that elicit a lot of pain when pressed. A rheumatologist can make the diagnosis. It is considered an autoimmune disease by some and to date there is no blood test to diagnose it.

Recently, there have been some studies that link a virus (saw this on Dr. Oz) to fibromyalgia.

The vrus is XMRV...a retrovirus.

There is no concrete evidence to support chiropractic for the treatment of fibromyalgia, however, chiropractic is a well know form of pain control in general, and there are a few case reports found in the literature describing people with fibromyalgia who have benefited. Further, there is a good theoretical mechanism for how chiropractic care could help people suffering from this condition.

Either way, the alternative treatments for fibromyalgia are drugs, which come with the potential for serious side effects. As such, trying a conservative and low risk approach like chiropractic first is a great idea to see if it will work for you. If it doesnt work for you, drugs will always still be there.

The word parts that make up fibromyalgia are fibro(fibrous tissue) and Myo(muscle), and Algia(illness).

Seroquel is currently being used 'off list' for fibromyalgia. There has been one study made on it however, the results have not been released.

I see a rheumatologist for my fibromyalgia treatment. I also have chronic IBS so I see a GI doc. On top of that, I have a sleep disorder so I also see a pulmonary doc. I'd say you'd probably want to get a referral to a rheumatologist that believes in fibromyalgia. There are lots of docs, specifically older docs, that don't believe it's a true condition. So just be careful. The road to diagnosis and treatment is very long and discouraging. Keep your head up!

This statement is extremely true...so these things will save you time and help. When you call your rheumatologist ask if the doctor believes in fibromyalgia no sense in wasting his time or yours. Second if you are a male ask if they see males with fibromyalgia. As much of a sexist question as this may seem you would be surprised how many doctors have bought in to the lie that only females get fibromyalgia. Last of all once you get a rheumatologist they most likely will know a pain doctor in your area that manages pain. make sure you ask for a referral to a pain management doctor and don't try to find one on your own. You want to get this information from this doctor because most likely they have sent others to this doctor and the PM doctor will also believe in a Fibromyalgia diagnoses. This will be easier in some states than others. These steps will save you many years of humiliation, frustration, and distress. Once you get a family doctor print up the test information at www.autoimmune.com. there now is a blood test that your doctor can order. All though not 100% accurate [not many test are] it may help you in your treatment. The world is becoming more an d more acceptable of FM and realizing it isn't going away. They are coming closer to finding out what it actually means. Many FM patients do not have to go through what many had to go through just 4 or 5 years ago. It is still a battle but it is getting less and less with more and more people on your side.

It can absolutely cause sleep disorders. Fatigue in fact is an index symptom. Also, as it's painful, you can expect sleep disorders which in turn exacerbate the problem you described. As to pathologic sleeping disorder breathing patterns, I never heard of this symptom related to fibromyalgia. This symptom may relate to another disorder altogether.

The symptoms of Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain Syndrome are basically the same: muscle pain, fatigue, anxiety, irritability and even Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Some believe that Myofascial Pain Syndrome is actually at the root of Fibromyalgia. Studies of Myofascial Release Therapy(MFR) on those with Fibromyalgia have backed up this idea with repeated studies showing that MFR greatly reduces Fibromyalgia symptoms and can have a positive impact up to six months after treatment has ended.

Fiibrositis is a disease that you get in the muscles.

Yes, As with any other form of chronic pain, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) from a Clinical Psychologist. Many suffererers are sceptical of a psychological treatment, however many report a reduction in their pain experience, both in intensity and frequency, and learn excellent techniques for dealing with their pain. Pain is now treated in "biopsychosocial" way, as all biological, psycholgical and social issues of the pain interact which in turn effects the individual's experience of pain. I know this illness is debilitating and extremely frustrating and I don't think they have any long-term"cures" as such therefore learning to deal with chronic pain in the long-term is very beneficial. Speak to your GP or family doctor for a referral to a clinical psychologist who has extensive experience with clients with chronic pain. Many pain clinics have clin psychs working them also.

Arthritis and fibromyalgia are two separate medical conditions. These conditions are often seen together in a patient. Some symptoms of arthritis include inflammation and pain in the joints, swelling, and stiffness. Fibromyalgia symptoms can include chronic pain in the muscles, insomnia, fatigue, stiffness and headaches.

Currently there are no cures for fibromyalgia. You simply manage the condition the best you can - with any helpful methods, whether allopathic or otherwise.

There are some physicians that believe that by resetting your system to learn how to get restful sleep, by eating healthily, and partaking in physical therapy to manage trigger points - you may be more successful than by layering medication on top of medication. They theorize that since fibromyalgia is a condition where the central nervous system has become unhinged, dumping more CNS altering drugs on top of that will not assist in forcing the condition into any form of retreat.

The term fibromyalgia was coined by researcher Mohammed Yunus as a synonym for fibrositis and was first used in a scientific publication in 1981.