Find Out About Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that involves pain and weakness that persist for months or years. Chronic muscle pain, pain in the ligaments and tendons, tiredness, and painful pressure spots are all symptoms of fibromyalgia.

Other symptoms include headaches, sleep problems, and increased sensitivity to sound and smell.

The cause of fibromyalgia remains unknown, but certain factors can predispose you to this condition, including:

• Nervous system problems: Dysfunction of the parts of the nervous system that control heart rate, circulation, and other involuntary functions could cause some symptoms of fibromyalgia such as stiffness and chronic muscle pain.
• Infection (viral or bacterial).
• Traumatic injury, especially to the upper spine, may damage the nervous system and contribute to fibromyalgia.

If you have symptoms of chronic muscle pain and fatigue, see a specialist for advice on how to control symptoms and improve your health. A combination of medications and lifestyle changes including reducing stress and getting enough sleep have been shown to improve fibromyalgia pain.

 

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