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Fibromyalgia (FM) and osteoarthritis (OA) are both chronic conditions that cause pain and affect daily life. However, they are distinct disorders with different underlying causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches. While fibromyalgia is a centralized pain syndrome affecting how the brain processes pain, osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that results from the breakdown of cartilage. Understanding their differences can help in obtaining the…

By Julia Nelson  If you’re suffering from an everlasting ailment like fibromyalgia, you’re already well aware of the annoying and adverse symptoms that come through it. You should not feel ashamed and miserable because of the symptoms and side effects you’re experiencing, but it will cause embarrassment when you forget about what you were saying in the…

A study that compared women with and without fibromyalgia has, for the first time, linked gut bacteria to the long-lasting disease and its main symptoms. Researchers in Canada identified 19 species of gut bacteria that were present in higher or lower numbers in individuals with fibromyalgia. “We found,” says Amir Minerbi, of the Alan Edwards…

Changing seasons can wreak havoc on the pain levels and the overall sense of wellness of people with fibromyalgia (FM). Temperature sensitivity is a common fibromyalgia symptom. Most people with FM report being quite sensitive to heat and/or cold. Summer is in full swing, and the thermometer is climbing. But while many people look forward to…

Lady Gaga, an internationally acclaimed artist, has been open about her battle with fibromyalgia, a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness. Her journey has brought significant attention to the condition, shedding light on its impact and the challenges faced by those who suffer from it. Understanding Fibromyalgia and Its Stages Fibromyalgia is a complex disorder with symptoms that…

Living with fibromyalgia is already hard enough, but when itching takes over your body, it can feel unbearable. Many people with fibromyalgia feel like their skin is crawling or burning. This constant itching can disrupt sleep, cause anxiety, and lead to rashes. It often leaves you feeling helpless and misunderstood. You’re not imagining things —…

If you have fibromyalgia, showers can be both a relief and a challenge. While warm water may help soothe muscle pain, the experience can also lead to fatigue, dizziness, or sensory overload. Here’s what you need to know to make showering easier and more comfortable: 1. Choose the Right Water Temperature Warm water (not too…

By: Dr Alex Robber I am 57 years old right now and have been battling fibromyalgia for over 32 years. With fibro it’s not simple to go through every day. A normal person tends to lose his energy with time, he / she can’t walk properly, can’t bring up heavyweights, etc. But these symptoms occur a…

Fibromyalgia is the second most common rheumatic disease after osteoarthritis. Although it remains largely misunderstood, it is now considered a lifelong disorder of the central nervous system, responsible for increased, radiating pain in sufferers. Dr. Daniel Clauw, Professor of Anesthesiology at the University of Michigan, analyzed the neurological basis of fibromyalgia in a plenary lecture…

Introduction Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, cognitive dysfunction (fibro fog), and neurological symptoms. Some individuals with fibromyalgia report experiencing stroke-like symptoms, leading to concerns about transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), also known as mini-strokes. While fibromyalgia does not directly cause TIAs, many symptoms associated with fibromyalgia, such as numbness, dizziness, slurred speech, and confusion, can mimic…