Fibromyalgia
Common ConditionChronic condition causing widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties. Real and manageable with proper treatment.
Symptoms
Widespread pain
Fatigue
Sleep disturbances
Cognitive difficulties (fibro fog)
Headaches
Depression and anxiety
IBS symptoms
Numbness and tingling
Jaw pain (TMJ)
Sensitivity to temperature, light, sound
Causes
1
Unknown exact cause2
Central nervous system sensitization3
Genetics4
Infections may trigger5
Physical or emotional trauma6
Altered pain processing7
Sleep disturbances8
Stress9
Female sex (more common)10
Family historyTreatments
Exercise (most important)
Sleep hygiene
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Duloxetine
Pregabalin
Milnacipran
Tricyclic antidepressants
Pain relievers
Stress management
Multidisciplinary approach
When to See a Doctor
See a doctor for persistent widespread pain and fatigue affecting daily life. Fibromyalgia is a diagnosis of exclusion—other conditions must be ruled out.
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Fibromyalgia: A Real Condition, Real Help Available
Fibromyalgia is a real medical condition involving abnormal pain processing. While there's no cure, a combination of exercise, sleep improvement, stress management, and medications can significantly improve quality of life.
"Ang fibromyalgia ay totoo—at may mga paraan para guminhawa."
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