43 Signs of Fibromyalgia You Should Be Aware Of

About 10 million Americans are affected by fibromyalgia. It is a very common condition. There are even people who have it, but aren’t aware of its presence. There are also doctors who can’t recognize fibromyalgia in a patient and often misdiagnose him/her.

It’s very important to know whether you have this condition so that you could relieve yourself from the pain as well as the unpleasant symptoms.










The condition can’t be cured, but some medicines, cognitive behavioral therapies as well asgentle exercise can help you.

Muscle pain is the first thing that people think of when they hear about fibromyalgia.

People with fibromyalgia also feel tenderness to touch which spreads throughout their body as well as many other problems. This is a condition which affects their emotional, mental physical health.

CAUSES AND DIAGNOSIS
It still isn’t clear what causes fibromyalgia. You can’t prevent this condition, but you can control it. You just have to be aware that you have it.

There isn’t a test that doctors can use to diagnose fibromyalgia. The doctor only asks the patient whether he/she experiences some of the symptoms below.

The doctor also performs various tests and methods like: antinuclear antibody, blood count, rheumatoid factor, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, thyroid test, MRIand X-rays.

Here are the most common symptoms. In case you’ve noticed some of them, visit a specialist.

FIBROMYALGIA SYMPTOMS
MUSCLE AND BODY

    Muscle twitching
    Swelling
    Morning stiffness
    Tender and lumpy breasts
    Mild to severe pain which may spread to other parts of the body


PROBLEMS WITH SLEEPING

    Fatigue
    Grinding teeth
    Hypnic jerk (otherwise known as the feeling of falling while sleeping)
    Difficulty sleeping/Broken sleeping pattern, you feel very tired and lethargic every morning
    Muscle twitching during sleep


SINUS & ALLERGY PROBLEMS

    Ringing ears
    Thick mucus
    A runny nose as well as post nasal drip
    Shortness of breath
    Earaches and itchy ears
    Sensitivity to molds and yeasts as well as allergies


DIGESTION AND STOMACH ISSUES

    Irritable bowel syndrome
    Pelvic pain, nausea, abdominal crampsand bloating
    Frequent urination


SENSITIVITY AND SENSORY PROBLEMS

    Difficulty seeing in night drivingand low lighting
    Increased sensitivity to climate changes, light, noise, smells, pressureand temperature


COGNITIVE PROBLEMS

    Language impairments as well as difficulty speaking familiar words
    Poor coordinationand balance
    Burning and tingling in the upper limbs
    Zone out often, short-term memory, difficulty differentiating between some color shades and difficulty with concentration
    Directional difficulties, difficulty recognizing familiar surroundings


REPRODUCTIVE ISSUES

    Loss of libido
    Impotence
    PMS as well as other menstrual problems


HEART PROBLEMS

    Valve problems
    Pain similar to a heart attack
    Irregular heartbeat


SKIN, HAIR, AND NAILS

    Overly-ridged nailsor nails which curve under
    Hair loss
    Skin which appears mottled, bruises or scars easily


MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES

    Mood swings and unexplained irritability
    Anxiety, depression, panic attack


OTHER SYMPTOMS

    Family history
    Unexplained weight gainor weight loss
    Sweats
    Headachesand migraines
    Carbohydrate and chocolate cravings
    Vision problems


All of the abovementioned signs can also mean that you have another condition, so don’t be afraid, For example, PMS, cravings, frequent mood swingsandheadaches don’t only signify fibromyalgia.

Just consult your doctor. Don’t conclude anything yourself.

NATURAL TREATMENT FOR FIBROMYALGIA
THESE ARE SOME TIPS THAT CAN HELP YOU ALLEVIATE THE SYMPTOMS OF FIBROMYALGIA IN A NATURAL WAY:

    practice yoga
    use acupuncture
    try mindful breathing
    practice tai chi
    go to massages
    use anti-inflammatory herbs like for example, turmeric, garlicand ginger
    consume organic, whole, anti-inflammatory foods
    take magnesium,  vitamin B12 and vitamin D supplements
    do gentle exercise

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