Fibromyalgia

5 types of medications help ease fibromyalgia symptoms. By Jeanie Lerche Davis Feature Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD If you have fibromyalgia pain, hang in there -- pain relief is possible. Today doct...

Fibromyalgia in Men (Fibromyalgia)

Men With Fibromyalgia Talk About Their Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Dealing With Other People's Reactions By Matt McMillen Feature Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Randy Wold, 58, was an auto mechanic, an excelle...

Online Community (Fibromyalgia)

Living with fibromyalgia is as much about getting up-to-date information as it is about finding the right support. In 's online community, you can chat with others living with fibromyalgia, get tips on dealing with everything from pain to sleep, a...

Resources (Fibromyalgia)

There's a wealth of fibromyalgia information on the Internet. doctors have chosen the best organizations that help people living with fibromyalgia. Arthritis Foundation This national nonprofit organization supports more than 100 types of...

Work and Disability (Fibromyalgia)

Many people with fibromyalgia continue to work full or part time. But the chronic pain and fatigue associated with fibromyalgia often make working very difficult. If you are employed, it's important to learn about managing fibromyalgia symptoms an...

Fibromyalgia and Pregnancy (Fibromyalgia)

If you have fibromyalgia and are thinking about getting pregnant, it's important to learn all you can about both conditions. Sometimes, symptoms of fibromyalgia -- such as pain, fatigue, and depression -- are thought to be signs of the pregnancy i...

Fibromyalgia and Sex (Fibromyalgia)

If you have fibromyalgia, you may also be having problems with your sex life or relationships. You could be experiencing loss of libido or having difficulty with sexual performance. It's also possible your libido is healthy, but the deep muscle pa...

Coping (Fibromyalgia)

Are you looking for some everyday tips for for coping with fibromyalgia symptoms? You're not alone. About 5 million Americans suffer from the pain and fatigue of fibromyalgia. There is no "pill" to end your symptoms. But there are ways of managing th...

Exercise (Fibromyalgia)

If you have fibromyalgia with painful tender points, deep muscle pain, and fatigue, exercise is probably the last thing on your mind. Yet did you know that exercise may be just what the doctor ordered? Whether it's daily walks, stretching, swimming, ...

Diet (Fibromyalgia)

Find out what experts say really matters about the foods you eat -- and why staying away from certain foods might help your fibromyalgia symptoms. By Colette Bouchez Feature Reviewed by Matthew Hoffman, MD ...

Complementary Treatments (Fibromyalgia)

From acupuncture to chiropractic, from massage to meditation, alternative treatments are in great demand. That's especially true for people with pain-related illnesses such as fibromyalgia. Alternative medicine, including herbal therapy and homeop...

Complementary Treatment (Fibromyalgia)

Managing the symptoms of fibromyalgia or related ailments is not easy. So, many patients turn to alternative therapies for relief of pain and sleep problems. They may use Chinese herbs or over-the-counter supplements such as 5-HTP, melatonin, and ...

Medical Marijuana (Fibromyalgia)

What the experts have to say about the use of marijuana for treating fibromyalgia. By Rebecca Buffum Taylor Feature Reviewed by Matthew Hoffman, MD Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain syndrome...

Physical Therapy (Fibromyalgia)

According to the American Physical Therapy Association, physical therapists teach self-management skills to people with all types of conditions, including fibromyalgia. Physical therapists can show people with fibromyalgia how to relieve symptoms ...

Savella (Fibromyalgia)

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition. It can cause a range of troubling symptoms from pain to fatigue. In the past, few options were available to manage this condition. Now, new medications such as Savella (milnacipran HCI) are providing renewed ...

Lyrica (Fibromyalgia)

Fibromyalgia is a perplexing and often debilitating disorder, but treatment can help. Lyrica, a medicine commonly used to treat patients with seizures, pain from shingles, and nerve pain from diabetes, is offering new hope to those living with the...

Cymbalta (Fibromyalgia)

Fibromyalgia is a perplexing and often disabling disorder that affects millions of Americans. However, new treatments are offering hope to those living with the pain of fibromyalgia. Cymbalta is a medication approved to manage the unique symptoms of ...

Medications (Fibromyalgia)

There are many different medications used to treat fibromyalgia symptoms, including sleeping pills and antidepressants. Some fibromyalgia medicines help ease pain. Others boost mood and improve sleep. Working with your doctor will help you find the...

Treatment (Fibromyalgia)

When it comes to fibromyalgia treatments, there are drugs, alternative remedies, and lifestyle habits that may help decrease pain and improve sleep. Your fibromyalgia specialist may prescribe pain medication or antidepressants to help end the pain, ...

Finding the Right Doctor (Fibromyalgia)

If you have fibromyalgia, you will need to work closely with your doctor to manage it. First, you need an accurate diagnosis. Then you need an effective treatment plan for your illness. A specialist can accurately administer fibromyalgia tests, di...

Diagnosis (Fibromyalgia)

Because of a multifaceted treatment approach that involves medications and lifestyle strategies, the prognosis for people with fibromyalgia is better than ever before. But first, a doctor needs to make an accurate diagnosis of fibromyalgia. Are you...

Fibromyalgia and Fatigue (Fibromyalgia)

Persistent and chronic fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of fibromyalgia, second only to the deep muscle pain and body aches. But unlike normal fatigue, the feelings of fatigue, weakness, and exhaustion that come with fibromyalgia can often ...

Fibromyalgia and Sleep (Fibromyalgia)

Are you having trouble sleeping because you have fibromyalgia? Most people with the disease complain of trouble sleeping. No matter how long they sleep, it is rarely restful. Here's some information that can help you get a better night's sleep. ...

Fibromyalgia Pain (Fibromyalgia)

Whether you are experiencing painful tender points, deep muscle pain, chronic headaches, unending back pain, or neck pain, you know how fibromyalgia feels. People with fibromyalgia experience pain in ways no one else can really understand. Bu...

Less Pain, More Energy: See Fibromyalgia-Friendly Exercises

Less Pain, More EnergyFibromyalgia -- with its muscle pain, relentless fatigue, disturbed sleep, and feelings of depression -- is a common diagnosis. And if you have fibromyalgia, you want to feel better, today and everyday. By making simple exercise...

Fibromyalgia Tender Points (Fibromyalgia)

Fibromyalgia syndrome is a common disorder characterized by multiple tender points, widespread deep muscle pain, fatigue, and depression. The term fibromyalgia comes from the Latin word for fibrous tissue (fibro) and the Greek terms f...

Symptoms (Fibromyalgia)

The main fibromyalgia signs and symptoms include deep muscle pain, painful tender points, and morning stiffness. Other major symptoms of fibromyalgia include sleep problems, fatigue, and anxiety. In order to make an accurate diagnosis, your doctor...

Fibromyalgia and Depression (Fibromyalgia)

Many studies link fibromyalgia and depression. In fact, about three out of every 10 people with fibromyalgia also have major depression at the time of their diagnosis. Some researchers feel that depression leads to changes in brain chemistry. Ot...

Causes (Fibromyalgia)

Investigators are constantly looking at various explanations for the occurrence of fibromyalgia. Some, for example, are exploring hormonal disturbances and chemical imbalances that affect nerve signaling. Other experts believe fibromyalgia with it...

Fibromyalgia in Children and Teens (Fibromyalgia)

Usually it's easy to find out what's making kids sick. Common childhood conditions like strep throat and ear infections are pretty simple to diagnose with a throat swab or doctor's exam. Yet when kids complain of vague symptoms, like fatigue, ac...