Fibromyalgia

…This is a review of a disease I have had for many years. After I wrote a review on one of my symptoms, (migraines) and many have found it helpful, I thought it time” I come out into the light so to speak ” and maybe help someone who has, or knows someone who is experiencing these symptoms…
Fibromyalgia, Chronic Myofacia Pain Syndrome is a chronic pain disease, which is …(taken from website) «Fibromyalgia is a clinical syndrome defined by chronic widespread muscular pain, fatigue and tenderness. Many people with fibromyalgia also experience additional symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, irritable bladder, cognitive and memory problems (often called „fibro fog“), temporomandibular joint disorder, pelvic pain, restless leg syndrome, sensitivity to noise and temperature, and anxiety and depression. These symptoms can vary in intensity and, like the pain of fibromyalgia, wax and wane over time.» ACR
Before I finally had a diagnosis by a rheumatologist, I was going to different specialists for all the separate symptoms I was experiencing.
This became overwhelming, as all the different doctors put me on a medication for that symptom, and I became a drug induced zombie!
It has been a very long journey, and I have learned that the least amount of medicine is the best. Diet and exercise is the most helpful, even if it hurts. A strong emotional support system is IMPERATIVE!
Knowledge is power, The correct diagnosis is the only key to getting help. It is surprising how many women in the age group of 20 to 60 have this. (some men have it too, just fewer)
You have to have at least 11 of the 18 trigger points or tender spots on your body to pass the test for diagnosis. * Fibromyalgia &Chronic Myofacial Pain Syndrome A Survival Manual
Your Doctor plays a very vital role. If you have a dismissive doctor, FIRE HIM/​HER! You are not obligated to keep him! You need a team who will help you find the combination of things that will work for you.
He/​She should be willing to dig and rewrite the script until you have it right. He/​she should call you in at least every 4 months to review your status.
The best book I have found in the Myriad of books on the subject is
Fibromyalgia &Chronic Myofacial Pain Syndrome A Survival Manual
The website on this review is great. A good place to start
The National Fibromyalgia Association
The Mayo clinic site is not as user friendly unless you are in the medical or biology field.