Fibromyalgia, also called fibromyalgia syndrome, is a long-term condition that causes pain all over the body. As well as pain, sufferers may experience fatigue, muscle stiffness, difficulty sleeping, problems with mental processes – known as ‘fibro-fog’ – such as problems with memory and concentration, headaches and irritable bowel syndrome. Although there is no cure for […]
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Kirsty Young fibromyalgia: Desert Island Discs host steps down – what is fibromyalgia?
KIRSTY YOUNG, the host of Desert Island Discs, has stepped down as she is suffering from fibromyalgia, it’s been confirmed. What is fibromyalgia, and what are the painful signs and symptoms you should be aware of?
Fibromyalgia symptoms: What is the painful condition? Signs revealed – are you at risk?
Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that is believed to affect the nervous system, according to the NHS. The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown, but it could be due to changes in the way the nervous system processes pain messages around the body. Anyone can develop the condition, but women are about seven times more […]
Fibromyalgia pain: Four top tips for treating painful symptoms, according to a GP
FIBROMYALGIA symptoms include widespread pain across the body, difficulty sleeping and chronic fatigue. Dr Roger Henderson, a GP in Shropshire, spoke to the express.co.uk on his top tips for treating pain caused by the condition.
Fibromyalgia pain: Four top tips for treating painful symptoms, according to a GP
Fibromyalgia affects approximately 2.8 million people in the UK, according to Arthritis Research UK. Symptoms of the condition include chronic pain across the body, aches and difficulty sleeping. You can diagnose the condition by touching pressure points on your body, found on the large muscles. Sufferers will have five to six of these somewhere on […]
Fibromyalgia symptoms: THIS feeling when you first wake up could indicate the condition
FIBROMYALGIA symptoms include widespread pain in the body, as well as problems with memory, changes in mood and feeling worn out. Another sign can be something you experience when you first wake up in the morning.
Fibromyalgia symptoms: THIS feeling when you first wake up could indicate the condition
Fibromyalgia symptoms tend to be experienced by the sufferer between the ages of 20 and 60, though the condition is more common with increasing age. It is a long-term chronic disorder, but its exact cause is unknown. The condition causes widespread pain in the body, but discomfort can vary depending on the person. The pain […]
What is fibromyalgia? Could your pain be a sign of this chronic condition?
FIBROMYALGIA sufferers experience widespread pain, and the debilitating condition could be much more common that initially thought. Here are the signs to look out for.
Fibromyalgia – five health conditions that could be linked to your widespread pain
FIBROMYALGIA symptoms can include pain, aches, heightened sensitivity, and burning sensations. But, your fibromyalgia may be linked to a number of other health conditions.
Fibromyalgia pain: Do you have these signs of the chronic condition?
THE MOST common symptom of fibromyalgia is widespread pain all over the body, but these lesser-known signs could also signal the disorder.