Fibromyalgia Treatment: Most Common Meds
Wednesday October 31, 2012
Disaster Survival with Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Monday October 29, 2012
For all those East Coasters with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, I hope you and your family are in a safe place as Hurricane Sandy moves in.
Watching the coverage has ... Read More
Poor Sleep & Quality of Life in Fibromyalgia
Friday October 26, 2012
Research Brief
New research demonstrates that the sleep problems associated with fibromyalgia have a substantial impact on quality of life, suggesting that sleep problems may need to be more of a ... Read More
Muddling Through My Worst Season with Fibromyalgia
Wednesday October 24, 2012
I've come to hate autumn, thanks to fibromyalgia. It used to be my favorite season, but after the last several ... not anymore.
I first realized I might have a problem ... Read More
Valganciclovir for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Monday October 22, 2012
Research Brief
New research adds to the body of evidence that the anti-viral drug valganciclovir may effectively treat both physical and cognitive symptoms in some people with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS).
Researchers ... Read More
Sleep Disorders in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Friday October 19, 2012
Research Brief
New research suggests that sleep disorders in people with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) are comorbid conditions rather than a part of ME/CFS or an exclusionary diagnosis.
The complaint of non-restorative ... Read More
Menstrual Woes With Fibromyalgia
Wednesday October 17, 2012
Nothing is "normal" with us, is it? I've been reminded of this fact recently by the return of my menstrual cycle.
I'm 42 and I was in premature perimenopause for so ... Read More
Premature-Aging Marker Linked to Fibromyalgia Pain
Monday October 15, 2012
Research Brief
New research suggests that a biological measurement of premature aging may be linked to fibromyalgia pain.
In the study, researchers examined the length of telomeres, which are specialized structures at ... Read More
The Physiological Basis for Depression in Fibromyalgia
Friday October 12, 2012
Research Brief
A review of scientific studies shows that the high rate of depression in people with fibromyalgia is due elements of neurobiology that deal with both pain and mood.
Researchers say ... Read More
Therapy or Pills for Depression in Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Wednesday October 10, 2012
Depression can be a serious problem for those of us with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. It's not a cause or intrinsic part of these conditions, like some people think, ... Read More
A TENS Unit for Fibromyalgia Pain
Monday October 8, 2012
I'm really loving my new TENS unit!
Even though my fibromyalgia is technically in remission, I do still have a lot of muscle pain and tension that just won't go away. ... Read More
Sexual Dysfunction in Fibromyalgia
Friday October 5, 2012
Research Brief
A new review of research demonstrates that fibromyalgia is significantly linked with sexual dysfunction in women. Researchers concluded that it is of the utmost importance for doctors to recognize ... Read More
UPDATE: My New-Doctor Experience
Thursday October 4, 2012
I recently wrote about the concerns I was facing before my first appointment with a new primary care provider. Thank you to everyone who offered well-wishes and suggestions! I'm happy ... Read More
Lysine, Turmeric for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Wednesday October 3, 2012
Supplements are a big part of the treatment regimen for many of us with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. I'm no exception - in fact, I consider my supplements a ... Read More
Getting Comfortable in Bed with Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Monday October 1, 2012
As different as every case is, a nearly universal issue for those of us with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome is poor sleep. A common complaint among us is that ... Read More