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 […]
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As unpredictable as my illnesses can be, there is one pattern I consistently follow. It repeats about every three months. The first thing I notice is a sharp uptick in my pain levels. My joints hurt more. I ache to my very core. My neck has sharp, shooting pains. The fibromyalgia flare is here. The fibro kicks
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Fibromyalgia is frequently misinterpreted as a pain disorder, but it actually comprises a broad range of symptoms that can have a significant impact on everyday living. Beyond chronic pain, many people experience fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive issues like brain fog, which can make concentration difficult. The emotional toll can be significantly scary too, with
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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
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Mouth cancer is a type of cancer of the throat and head and is often treated as such. Mouth cancer mostly occurs after the age of 40, and men are more prone to it than women. A total of 77,003 new cases of mouth cancer have been registered in India this year and 52,067 people
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Lady Gaga is a fierce champion for so many communities and issues, and part of her advocacy includes being incredibly open about her own struggles. She’s spoken out about her experience with sexual assault, mental health issues, PTSD, chronic pain, and much more, showing others who cope with the same things that they aren’t alone. In a new
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When Jonathan Ross, a beloved TV personality, shared his daughter Betty Ross’ battle with fibromyalgia, it struck a chord with many. Betty, now 30, has been vocal about her struggles with this chronic condition. Fibromyalgia affects millions worldwide, causing widespread pain, fatigue, and a host of other debilitating symptoms. Understanding her journey offers hope and camaraderie for others navigating
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