Fibromyalgia and Hair Loss Posted by Belgravia Centre Writer In this article: Hair Loss Fibromyalgia is a disorder that possibly afflicts up to 1.79 million people the UK, and an estimated 1 in 20 people worldwide. It causes a wide range of symptoms, but the most significant is chronic…
First new fibromyalgia drug in 15 years, Tonmya (cyclobenzaprine HCl) gains FDA approval and hits pharmacy shelves In a milestone moment for chronic pain management, Tonix Pharmaceuticals announced on August 15, 2025, that its novel sublingual therapy Tonmya has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – marking the first new…
Dizziness and Balance Problems in Fibromyalgia Many people with fibromyalgia experience dizziness, light-headedness or difficulties with balance. These symptoms can range from mild unsteadiness to more serious problems that affect daily life. Studies have found balance issues are common in fibromyalgia, though prevalence figures vary between research papers. Balance issues may extend beyond…
Fibromyalgia Doesn’t Follow a Six-Step Roadmap “I think I’m in Stage 3.” She said it quietly after seeing another chart describing the supposed “stages” of fibromyalgia. For a moment, having a number felt comforting. Maybe it explained why her pain had become harder to manage, why ordinary tasks required more energy, and why some mornings…
Low Serotonin: How It Affects Health and Depression Table of Contents Table of Contents What Is Serotonin? Role in the Body When Levels Drop Causes Treatment Key Takeaways Low serotonin can cause mood and anxiety problems, stomach aches, headaches, and fatigue. Serotonin helps control mood, digestion, sleep, wound healing, and bone health. Low serotonin is…
Cymbalta (Duloxetine) Withdrawal: Side Effects and How to Manage Them By Phuoc Anh (Anne) Nguyen, PharmD, MS, BCPS U Medically reviewed by Alex Yampolsky, PharmD What Is Cymbalta Withdrawal? Side Effects of Withdrawal How to Safely Stop Taking Cymbalta Managing Withdrawal Symptoms Key Takeaways Gradually taper off Cymbalta with help from your healthcare provider…
9 Diseases That Can Mimic Fibromyalgia (and Delay Your Diagnosis) Fibromyalgia can be tricky to diagnose, which is why you may have one of these other conditions instead. Fibromyalgia Misdiagnoses While no one knows what exactly causes fibromyalgia, doctors do know a few things about the condition: The widespread chronic pain disorder seems…
Fibromyalgia is not all in your head, new research confirms This schematic illustrates the organization of blood vessels and the regulation of blood flow (arrows) in the palm of the hands. Arteriole-venule shunts are small muscular valves that connect directly between an arteriole and a venule to bypass the capillaries. Arrows indicate the…
Lyrica and Cymbalta I have sleep apnea and I have been dealing with daytime sleepiness for a long time but more severe over the past year and a half. I am a Nanny so while the kids are in school, I come home but the minute I sit down, I will fall asleep and take…
When Cold Turns Into Pain: More Than Just “Cold Hands” 🧡 For some people, stepping into cold weather or holding a chilled drink is simply uncomfortable. But for someone experiencing Raynaud’s phenomenon, that same exposure can trigger dramatic changes in the fingers that may be frightening and painful. During an episode, blood vessels in…