By Jorge Franchella |  It is a chronic disease that does not have a specific and definitive cure, although it does treat to control the symptoms and improve the quality of life of the patients. Suddenly and annoyingly, some people are noticing discomfort in different parts of the body . Little by little they are becoming a little…

31% of people with fibromyalgia suffer from this syndrome.  It has been found to be 10 times more common in people with fibromyalgia than in people who do not have this condition. But what is this? Restless legs syndrome in a neurological disorder   manifested by uncomfortable sensations in the legs that generate an irresistible urge to move…

A common characteristic that most fibromyalgia sufferers present is a diffuse pain that affects a large part of the body. This disconcerting symptom is usually accompanied by morning joint stiffness, paresthesias in the hands and feet, ie tingling and numbness, sleep disturbances and above all a sensation of anxiety and fatigue that accompanies them throughout the…

By: Alicia Thompson I have to admit, I was a pretty unusual kid. I grew up watching cooking shows, Martha Stewart, and “I Love Lucy.” I dreamed of being the ideal 1950s housewife with a spotless home. (I know, call me old-fashioned, but it sounded like fun to me.) I imagined some day making the…

31% of people with fibromyalgia suffer from this syndrome.  It has been found to be 10 times more common in people with fibromyalgia than in people who do not have this condition. But what is it? Restless legs syndrome in a neurological disorder that is   manifested by uncomfortable sensations in the legs that generate an irresistible desire…

Muscle pain is one of the main symptoms of fibromyalgia. Pain, stiffness and pain often contribute to increased  fatigue  and even disability in many people with fibromyalgia. Many fibromyalgia sufferers discover that they have trouble staying active due to the decreased range of motion and persistent muscle pain. Several researchers have theorized that muscle trauma and injuries may actually play…

Multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia both involve the nervous system and cause chronic symptoms, such as pain and fatigue. However, there are crucial differences. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological condition. It causes the immune system to attack the central nervous system and damage the nerves’ protective coating, which is called myelin. Fibromyalgia is a complex condition that affects many…

While the syndrome is often poorly understood and much of it remains a mystery, research is beginning to find observable physiological reasons for it. Undoubtedly, there is still a long way to go, however, the syndrome has a long history of misunderstandings and dismissals, so even a start in the project to find more physical…

In fibromyalgia, dizziness, poor balance, and falls are common complaints. For some people, they’re a minor annoyance that crops up on occasion. In others, they can be severely debilitating and lead to regular injuries. Falling, and especially falling frequently, is a serious problem. The last thing you need when you’re already in constant pain is to…

Climate and fibromyalgia: How to adjust the internal thermostat? It is common for people with fibromyalgia to tell that a certain type of climate, or changes in temperature, worsen their symptoms.Many complain of being cold all the time, or hot all the time, or alternately. And it is true, several studies confirm it: this symptom is called…