Archive for August, 2008
Saturday, August 30th, 2008
Treatment for Fibromyalgia
As with many similar conditions, there is no single accepted cure for fibromyalgia. Some physicians or drug companies claim to have found cures, and a steady increase of interest in this disorder is leading to improvements in treatment.
Treatments can be grouped into basically two categories: pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical. Pharmaceutical treatments are, of course, drugs. These [...]
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Friday, August 15th, 2008
Causes of Fibromyalgia
There is no definitive answer on what causes fibromyalgia. There is evidence that genetic factors may play a role, but that is still being researched. However, there are some things that science has found to exacerbate symptoms of fibromyalgia.
Number one, stress seems to be a significant factor in the development of fibromyalgia, with PTSD also [...]
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Sunday, August 10th, 2008
More Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
There are a variety of symptoms of fibromyalgia, of which people should be aware. The general symptoms include such things as aches and pains, tenderness to the touch, and fatigue, sore muscles, and blurred vision. Many patients also experience problems with their memory and concentration.
The pain may be chronic and widespread but can also be [...]
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Tuesday, August 5th, 2008
What Is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a condition indicated by chronic, widespread pain and tenderness to the touch. It is not contagious, and those who develop fibromyalgia may be genetically predisposed to it. It is not life-threatening, and the seriousness of the symptoms vary greatly from day to day. It is not considered a “progressive” disease.
Other symptoms of fibromyalgia [...]
