Fibromyalgia

Perhaps I should see a doctor! Do you think?
Why I've had all these symptoms all my life and so therefore will live with them just like I do everything else. End of story! Good night Irene!

Fibromyalgia



new Latin, fibro-, fibrous tissues,


Greek, myo-, muscle,


Greek, algos-, pain,


also referred to as FM or FMS


Key Symptoms:


Pain all over, fatigue, brain fog, trouble sleeping, exercise difficulties, irritable bowel, headaches, jaw pain, multiple sensitivities

Other Symptoms can include:sensitivity to odours, loud noises, bright lights, some foods, and prescription medications, non-cardiac chest pain, acid reflux, irregular heart beat, palpitations, shortness of breath, numbness, dizziness, feeling faint, nasal congestion, painful periods, irritable bladder, interstitial cystitis, profuse sweating, muscle weakness, tingling sensations, chemical sensitivities, vulvodynia, difficulty focusing eyes, PMS, the feeling of swollen extremities, dry or burning eyes and mouth, and balance issues can occur


Aggravating Factors


Changes in weather, cold or drafty environments, hormonal fluctuations, stress, depression, anxiety, over-exertion