17/12/2022
FIBROMYALGIA
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain and other symptoms such as fatigue, muscle stiffness, and insomnia
Fibromyalgia is a condition generally associated with severe and debilitating muscle, tendon, and soft tissue pain. It is also referred to as:
Myalgia
Myofascitis
Fibromyositis
Fibrositis
Cause of fibromyalgia
According to nhs.uk The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown, but it's thought to be related to abnormal levels of certain chemicals in the brain and changes in the way the central nervous system (the brain, spinal cord and nerves) processes pain messages carried around the body.
Though the actual cause of fibromyalgia is unknown there are a number of factors that contribute to the development of this fibromyalgia. The factors include abnormal pain messages by the central nervous system ( which brings about high sensitivity to pain), genetics ( one may develop this after an event triggers it), chemical imbalance, stressful events( both physical stress and emotional stress) and sleep issues.
Symptoms of fibromyalgia include;
Pain and stiffness all over the body,
Fatigue and tiredness,
Depression and anxiety,
Sleep problems,
Problems with thinking, memory, and concentration,
Headaches, including migraines,
Pelvic floor dysfunction,
Jaw and facial pain.
Fibromyalgia treatment
According to healthline.com There’s no cure for fibromyalgia at the moment.
Instead, treatment focuses on reducing symptoms and improving quality of life with medications, self-care strategies, and lifestyle changes.
In addition, you may wish to seek out support and guidance. This may involve joining a support group or seeing a therapist.
Fibromyalgia medication
Medications can relieve pain and help you sleep better. Common medications for fibromyalgia include pain relievers, antiseizure drugs, and antidepressants.
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