Is there a test you can take on your own to diagnose fibromyalgia at home? That is one of the most common questions asked when individuals suspect they may have fibromyalgia. The short answer is yes, there are ways to evaluate whether or not your symptoms could be related to […]
Over the weekend, I had a polysomnographic study done. In plain words, it was a sleep study. As many Fibro Warriors are well too aware of, Fibromyalgia often is accompanied by various comorbidities. A comorbidity is a medical condition that tags along. For example, Irritable Bowel Syndrome could be a […]
Ahhhh… The Holidays… That magical season when we all rejoice… The weather gets nippy (at least in the Northern Hemisphere – and away from the Equator!). The streets shimmer with thousands of tiny light bulbs and fake icicles (seriously though, icicles are never blue in nature). The evergreen trees get […]
How do I talk to my doctor about fibromyalgia? This is, unfortunately, a very common question among Fibro Warriors. Very often, an individual will suffer from chronic pain, joint dysfunction, Fibro Fog and sometimes added issues that are commonly associated with fibromyalgia. Unfortunately, there are still way too many people […]
Is there a test to diagnose fibromyalgia with absolute certainty? This is the ten million dollar question. And the short answer is, “No.” I understand this is most likely not the answer you were hoping for, and it certainly does not seem helpful at first glance. But just because there […]
Whether or not you have fibromyalgia is something you should discuss with your healthcare provider. Nothing the internet gives you can ever replace the sound professional advice a trained medical professional can offer. Sure, you can get a better idea of what’s going on with you and whether or not […]