Fibromyalgia
When widespread pain affects daily life.
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What Is Fibromyalgia?
What Is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia causes chronic widespread pain, tenderness, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties (often called “fibro fog”). It is often described as a neuroimmune condition, meaning the nervous and immune systems are overactive and hypersensitive.
Common Signs & Symptoms
Common Signs & Symptoms
Widespread body pain
Tender points
Chronic fatigue
Sleep disturbances
Cognitive fog or difficulty concentrating
Fibromyalgia is common in people with hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD), POTS, and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).
Treatment in Fibromyalgia
Treatment in Fibromyalgia
Gentle exercise
Stress management
Sleep support
Multidisciplinary care
Connection to Other Multisystem Disorders
Connection to Other Multisystem Disorders
Often co-occurs with ME/CFS, Long Covid, POTS, MCAS.
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