Fibromyalgia Patients With Long-Term Pain Are Abandoned by NHS
Fibromyalgia has been brought into the spotlight by Hollywood luminaries including Lady Gaga and Morgan Freeman - but at least they don't have to rely on the ever-failing NHS According to campaigners: "Sufferers of this…
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What is Stage 4 Fibromyalgia?
Do you have restricted functionality? If so, are you aware that: "as fibromyalgia progresses to stage four (which is secondary in response to an underlying health condition), patients may experience limited functionality. Sufferers may have…
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Is Fibromyalgia an Autoimmune Disease?
As any Fibro Doctor will tell you: "Fibromyalgia (FM) is a multifactorial syndrome which includes not only widespread pain and stiffness, now recognised as major symptoms, but also numerous other somatic [bodily], emotional, and neuro-psychic…
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Fibromyalgia Should Be Officially Recognised
Fibro Doctors along with countless sufferers of fibromyalgia, can be safe in the knowledge that, slowly but surely, fibromyalgia is finally getting the recognition it needs. This is highlighted by a recent article in Dutch…
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Is Fibromyalgia Hereditary?
As any Fibro Doctor will tell you: "Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition which features abnormal types of pain, extreme fatigue, disturbed sleep, cognitive dysfunction, & dozens of other possible symptoms" [1] Did You Know?…
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Can Men Be Diagnosed with Fibromyalgia?
As any Pain Doctor will tell you: "Fibromyalgia is a disorder marked by widespread pain in the muscles and bones, sleep problems, fatigue, and mood disorders. It is believed that it may affect many more…
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Private Fibromyalgia Treatment in the UK
"Fibromyalgia is a chronic (long-lasting) disorder that causes pain & tenderness throughout the body, as well as fatigue & trouble sleeping. Scientists do not fully understand what causes it, but people with the disorder have…
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How Long Does a Fibromyalgia Flare Up Last?
As a Pain Doctor will tell you: "Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes pain & tenderness throughout the body. Symptoms of fibromyalgia flares vary, but often involve widespread pain, joint stiffness, & extreme sensitivity…
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The Connection Between Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
In a Nutshell As any Pain Doctor will tell you: "body aches and fatigue, are symptoms of both fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, however, research shows primary symptoms and pathophysiology set these conditions apart" [1]…
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for Fibromyalgia: Does It Work?
As any Pain Doctor will tell you: research that was recently published in the journal, Arthritis & Rheumatology, has found that "cognitive behavioural therapy can be especially helpful for those living with fibromyalgia" [1]. -…
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