Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Fibromyalgia

Signs and Symptoms

Wide spread of pain, which generally persists for months at a time. It is a real disease.

Fatigue and sleep disturbance, waking up tired even though you think you got plenty of sleep.
Nighttime muscle spasms in your in your legs and (RLS) restless leg syndrome may also be associated with Fibromyalgia.

Heightened sensitivity is common for people with Fibromyalgia such as noises, lights, touch and odors.

(IBS) irritable bowel syndrome may be constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating.

Other symptoms or signs may include depression, numbness or tingling in hands and feet, pain in muscles, difficulty concentrating, mood changes, chest pain, dry eyes, skin and mouth, painful menstrual periods, dizziness, anxiety.

The constant pain from Fibromyalgia has recently been recognized in the medical field. Those who have Fibromyalgia sometimes don’t realize that they even have the condition. People who have Fibromyalgia are also suffering from chronic fatigue, and loss of mental focus. The intense pain will also cause a depression.

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