Syndrome in Sjogren’s and Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome”
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Syndrome in Sjogren’s and Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome”

Tennis star Venus Williams went public in 2014 about an illness that has given her trouble for years—syndrome in Sjogren’s and fibromyalgia. We have anecdotal evidence that this disease is common in those of us with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.1 By itself, Sjögren’s is enough to derail even an otherwise-healthy competitive athlete. Williams had to withdraw from…

More than 80% of patients with Fibromyalgia share cervical spine abnormality
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More than 80% of patients with Fibromyalgia share cervical spine abnormality

Approximately 83% of patients with fibromyalgia demonstrate visually straight cervical spines, according to data published in the Journal of Clinical Rheumatology. The researchers added that the loss of cervical spine curvature is approximately 6.5 times greater in those with fibromyalgia compared with control individuals. “It caught my eye a long time ago when I visualized radiographs…

‘It was just amazing’: Solon company’s laser therapy device one of first to offer pain relief for fibromyalgia
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‘It was just amazing’: Solon company’s laser therapy device one of first to offer pain relief for fibromyalgia

SOLON, Ohio — Whenever Kimberly Kazdan’s dogs jumped on her legs, the pressure felt like knives stabbing her muscles. Her pain, fatigue and lack of sleep were symptoms of fibromyalgia, an illness characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain. Kazdan, 54, a nurse living in Rochester, New York, spent years missing out on family activities and battling…

The Different Stages of Fibromyalgia (6th is so Scary…!)
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The Different Stages of Fibromyalgia (6th is so Scary…!)

19 A lot of us have come together on this site and others.. because we all have one thing in common…FIBROMYALGIA.. FIBRO-MY-ALGIA, sometime in our past, recent or further …we have been told we have fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a syndrome in which a person has long-term, body-wide pain and tenderness in the joints, muscles, tendons,…

Teen Mom 2 Star Jenelle Evans Eason Diagnosed with Fibromyalgia: ‘So Much Pain’
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Teen Mom 2 Star Jenelle Evans Eason Diagnosed with Fibromyalgia: ‘So Much Pain’

“For as long as I can remember, I would get extremely bad tension headaches and full body aches, like I had the flu, but was not sick,” said the reality television star   Teen Mom 2 star Jenelle Evans Eason is opening up about her recent diagnosis with fibromyalgia. In a recent interview with E! News, the 30-year-old mother of…

Eight Signs Of Fibromyalgia Usually People Ignore . #2 is Quite Strange
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Eight Signs Of Fibromyalgia Usually People Ignore . #2 is Quite Strange

Fibromyalgia is a common chronic disorder that is characterized by widespread pain, among other symptoms. It can cause significant pain and fatigue, interfering with a person’s ability to carry out their daily activities. While the causes of fibromyalgia are unknown, it’s estimated that it affects 5 million Americans ages 18 or older. Research has shown…

5 Tips for Better Sleep With Fibromyalgia
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5 Tips for Better Sleep With Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia can be extremely debilitating and sleep often becomes a challenge. I have been officially diagnosed with fibromyalgia for about two years, but I have struggled with insomnia for most of my life. One of the main causes of sleep troubles in individuals with fibromyalgia is because as the brain begins to rest, it starts focusing on bodily pain. By…

What is fibromyalgia swelling and What Causes of Fibromyalgia Swelling?
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What is fibromyalgia swelling and What Causes of Fibromyalgia Swelling?

By: Wyatt Redd Fibromyalgia swelling makes life difficult for a lot of sufferers. The pain and discomfort make daily tasks a challenge. Putting on shoes, or picking out an outfit, or even just getting around is harder with painful swelling in your hands or feet. But what causes the swelling? And how can you treat it? What…

Eight Signs Of Fibromyalgia Usually People Ignore . #2 is Quite Strange
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Eight Signs Of Fibromyalgia Usually People Ignore . #2 is Quite Strange

Fibromyalgia is a common chronic disorder that is characterized by widespread pain, among other symptoms. It can cause significant pain and fatigue, interfering with a person’s ability to carry out their daily activities. While the causes of fibromyalgia are unknown, it’s estimated that it affects 5 million Americans ages 18 or older. Research has shown…

3 Myths About Living With Fibromyalgia — Debunked
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3 Myths About Living With Fibromyalgia — Debunked

Fibromyalgia is a complex condition characterized by chronic widespread pain and fatigue. As it’s a hidden disability, friends/family/colleagues often know little or nothing about it — it’s entirely up to the individual how much they let show. This can lead to some serious misunderstanding and labeling of people with fibromyalgia as lazy, unreliable, or miserable. As…