Fibromyalgia

What causes foot pain?? When fibromyalgia affects the lower part of the body, this is somewhat different than upper body pain due to the weight bearing nature of both legs and feet. Although this is just one area of the body affected, I rarely meet a person with fibromyalgia who does not have some kind […]

Fibromyalgia is a severe pain illness that varies in intensity for every person. It has been referred to as a “pain amplification syndrome,” meaning that people who live with the condition feel pain differently than those without it. Fibromyalgia often displays the following symptoms: Fatigue that prevents daily activities Extensive muscular pain Sleep disturbances Cognitive issues,

US FDA approves Tonix Pharma’s drug to manage pain related to chronic condition The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Tonix Pharmaceuticals’ (TNXP.O) drug to manage pain related to a type of chronic condition called fibromyalgia, the company said on Friday. The approval paves the way for the drug to be the first new treatment option

If you love someone with fibromyalgia, experience intense pain that varies from day to day and hour to hour. We cannot predict this. So we want you to understand that sometimes things have to be canceled at the last minute and that bothers us as much as you do. We want you to know that we have

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that makes daily activities challenging. One of the biggest struggles for people with fibromyalgia is finding a balance between activity and rest. Many people push themselves too hard on “good days”, only to suffer from increased pain, fatigue, and flare-ups afterward. So, what happens when you do too much with fibromyalgia? Overexertion can lead to severe physical and mental

The pain of fibromyalgia might be eased with injections of the painkiller lidocaine, a new study suggests. People with fibromyalgia complain of chronic pain throughout their body as well as increased sensitivity to pain. Doctors often have trouble treating this pain because it’s unclear what causes it, the study authors noted. In the new study, injecting lidocaine into peripheral tissues — such as the muscles in the shoulders or buttocks —

By Angela Betsaida B. Laguipo, BSN Reviewed by Dr. Liji Thomas, MD Pain is an uncomfortable feeling that tells you something is wrong. People feel pain from time to time, but chronic pain is different. It’s a type of pain that is ongoing and typically lasts longer than six months. What is chronic pain? Pain

For those living with fibromyalgia, the search for effective, med-free pain relief is ongoing. Among emerging options, ice baths are gaining attention. Ice baths can offer temporary relief from chronic fibromyalgia pain by reducing inflammation and nerve sensitivity—learn how long the relief lasts and how to use cold therapy safely. What Is a Fibromyalgia Ice Bath? A fibromyalgia ice bath

Editor’s note: Any medical information included is based on a personal experience. For questions or concerns regarding health, please consult a doctor or medical professional. Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness most commonly known for causing widespread pain, fatigue and brain fog. However, the disease is complex – it can cause a multitude of symptoms and is often accompanied by comorbid conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome