For millions of people living with chronic, unexplained pain, the hardest part isn’t the pain itself — it’s the fact that doctors keep telling them nothing is wrong. Fibromyalgia has been misunderstood for decades. Many patients spend years going from specialist to specialist, collecting dismissive comments, wrong diagnoses, and unnecessary medications — all because the medical system still struggles to…
Dealing with borderline personality disorder symptoms can be overwhelming and exhausting. So much of my life feels wasted dealing with this disorder, trying to make my way through the world without hurting myself or others. Fighting unrelenting anxiety in social situations or intense anger at work? Trying to keep from killing yourself? It’s exhausting. It makes me want to quit sometimes. But…
Back in August of 2016, I was put on a treatment section for three weeks as an alternative to inpatient and it honestly saved my life at the time. I was in and out of the psychiatric hospital every single day talking to lots of different professionals who managed to get me into a more stable mindset to allow me…
Upper Neck Care, Fibromyalgia: Relieving the symptoms of fibromyalgia is essential, no matter where you are. Some seek natural healing methods, essential oils, and upper neck care. People with this condition frequently experience excruciating muscle pain, severe headaches, and burning sensations near the joints. Getting relief is crucial because the discomfort this condition causes is unlike that of other conditions.…
Among all of the mental illnesses, research has shown people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) have not only the highest number of suicide attempts, but also the highest rates of completion. Some studies have the numbers as high as 70% of people with BPD will attempt suicide at least once in their lifetime, while many will have multiple attempts and the death rates are estimated as high…
Summary: About half of a small group of patients with fibromyalgia — a common syndrome that causes chronic pain and other symptoms — was found to have damage to nerve fibers in their skin and other evidence of a disease called small-fiber polyneuropathy (SFPN). Unlike fibromyalgia, SFPN has a clear pathology and is known to be caused by specific medical conditions, some of which can be treated and sometimes cured. About half of a…
Fibromyalgia is a complex, chronic condition primarily characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive disturbances. While the exact causes of fibromyalgia remain unclear, its symptoms can be severely debilitating, affecting the daily lives of those who suffer from it. Among the numerous secondary conditions that can occur alongside fibromyalgia, insulin resistance is one that often goes unrecognized. This article delves…
Have you ever noticed it takes you a couple of days to recover from a stressful event or over exertion? A 48-hour recovery period is something you commonly hear about from people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. We don’t yet know why we need a couple of days to recover from … well, just about anything, but a lot of chronic fatigue…
Fibromyalgia is a widespread chronic pain syndrome that occurs primarily in women between the ages of 20 and 50. The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases estimates that five million people in the United States have fibromyalgia. Despite its widespread prevalence, the cause of fibromyalgia remains unclear, and the symptoms of fibromyalgia can be so varied and complex. A…
When a doctor tells you that you have fibromyalgia, it’s not just a medical diagnosis. It’s often a turning point. For many, it marks the beginning of a new reality where chronic pain, fatigue, and a multitude of invisible symptoms become part of daily life. But above all, a fibromyalgia diagnosis can have lifelong consequences, both medically and legally, particularly…