Should Opioids Be Prescribed for Fibromyalgia Pain? Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, memory problems, and increased sensitivity to touch, sound, and other stimuli. Because the pain can be severe and persistent, many people wonder whether opioid medications should be used to treat fibromyalgia symptoms. The question is…
Fibromyalgia itself does not directly cause toenail diseases like fungus, discoloration, or nail loss. However, secondary effects like nerve hypersensitivity, altered walking patterns, and poor circulation can trigger or worsen nail-related issues in the toes.Specific toenail and foot issues often reported by those with fibromyalgia include:Nail Brittleness & Ridges: Many report peeling, splitting, or abnormally…
Hello everyone ❤️ I am trying to understand what is happening to me, and I’m wondering if anyone has experienced symptoms similar to mine. For the past few years, I haven’t felt well. But last 9 months everything has become much worse, and my life has changed dramatically. I used to be…
Why Bruising Happens in Fibromyalgia: Insights & Interventions Dr. Steven Lu, FRACGP Medically Reviewed byDr. Steven Lu, FRACGP The mystery of bruising in fibromyalgia Where are the unexplained bruises coming from? Managing fibromyalgia-related bruising More information & support Are you puzzled by unexplained bruises and suspecting fibromyalgia is the cause?…
Got Painsomnia? These 9 Patient-Tested Tips May Help You Sleep Well Again You’re so tired, but the pain won’t let you get good rest. Here’s why pain gets worse at night — and what you can do about it. Painsomnia Painsomnia is the inability to sleep due to pain. It’s an all-too familiar symptom for…
10 tips to manage morning stiffness in your joints 10 tips to manage morning stiffness in your jointsThe morning can be a tough time of day when you live with arthritis. Painful, stiff joints, and our fingers, for example, might feel like you’re wearing extremely tight, rigid gloves that make it difficult to use…
Morning Symptoms of Fibromyalgia By Adrienne People with fibromyalgia often wake up with a swollen face and hands due to excess fluid. Fibromyalgia can cause morning exhaustion because it is linked to many sleep disorders. A swollen face and hands in the mornings is a common symptom of fibromyalgia. When you have fibromyalgia, you may…
Why Do My Ribs Hurt? 23 Causes of Rib Cage Pain By Lynne Eldridge, Non- Musculoskeletal Causes Rib cage pain can be caused by an injury, inflammation, or autoimmune condition. Rib fractures or bruises from injury can cause intense pain, and swelling may occur. Costochondritis is a common inflammatory condition that can mimic heart attack…
Medically Reviewed byBeth Biggee, Is Fibromyalgia a progressive illness? My mom and I have had multiple discussions about this and I want to get some other opinions: is fibromyalgia a progressive illness? Is there anything that we can do to help ourselves to feel better? If you have it, let us know your opinions and…
I learned a new phrase today: Dynamic Disability Have you heard of it? It describes me & I bet describes you too. “A dynamic disability is a condition where the severity, symptoms, and functional impact fluctuate over time rather than remaining constant. Unlike static disabilities (such as a permanent amputation or paralysis), individuals…