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April 2010 - Fibromyalgia

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Fibromyalgia is described as an all over body muscle pain with tender points in joints muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. It can vary from mild to severe. The chronic pain can make even everyday tasks hard to accomplish. In addition to widespread body pain, other symptoms may include fatigue, sleeping issues, irritable bowel syndrome, palpitations and headaches. Because there is not one specific cause and recognizable signs and symptoms, Fibromyalgia is referred to as a condition, rather than a disease.

It can be difficult to determine if you suffer from Fibromyalgia. The resources below are designed to help you better understand the condition and suppor those who have it.



 Articles
  Simple Ways to Improve Symptoms of Fibromyalgia (US News & World Report)
Fibromyalgia affects about 2 percent of the U.S. population—more women than men—and often, those who have the condition are afraid to exercise because they fear worsening their symptoms. Read More.
  18 Points Used to Diagnose Fibromyalgia (MSN Health)
Diagnosing fibromyalgia can be tough. Pain is highly personal, so one person's "I hurt all over" isn't necessarily the same as another person's "I hurt all over." Read More.
  Fibromyalgia Pain (WebMD)
Whether you are experiencing painful tender points, deep muscle pain, chronic headaches, unending back pain, or neck pain, you know how fibromyalgia feels. People with fibromyalgia experience pain in ways no one else can really understand. Read More.
  Fibromyalgia Misconceptions: Interview with a Mayo Clinic Expert (Mayo Clinic)
Get the facts about these common fibromyalgia myths. Learning all you can about fibromyalgia is the first step toward gaining control of your symptoms. Read More.


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