Fibromyalgia

People with fibromyalgia have constant pain all over their body. The pain can feel like throbbing, dull discomfort, or sharp pain, making it hard to do your normal activities.

Fibromyalgia is more common in women than men, and women between 30 and 50 are most likely to have it.

If you have constant pain and think you might have fibromyalgia, you must talk to a doctor. They can listen to your symptoms and provide treatment with just a button click

You may have fibromyalgia if you experience any of the following symptoms:

• You feel extremely sensitive, and even little touches can be painful.
  
  
• You're having trouble remembering things or focusing.
  
  
• You struggle to sleep and feel tired all the time.
  
  
• Your body temperature is difficult to control, and you may feel too hot or cold even when the weather is not extreme.
  
  
• Your muscles feel stiff and sometimes twitch.
  
  
• You often experience headaches and migraines.
  
  
• You have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms like diarrhoea or constipation.
  
  
• You're feeling down or depressed.
  
  
• You sometimes feel dizzy.
  
  
• You experience pins and needles sensation in your hands and feet.

The exact causes of fibromyalgia are not completely understood, but it is believed that issues with the central nervous system may play a role. Basically, your brain tells you that you're in pain, even though there may not be a real reason for it.

One possible reason for this is that your brain is not producing certain hormones needed for proper functioning

Different factors can potentially trigger fibromyalgia, and they can be divided into physical and mental factors.

• Going through a surgical procedure and the recovery process.
  
  
• Giving birth to a baby.
  
  
• Sustaining an injury or dealing with an illness.

• Going through a difficult breakup or relationship ending.
  
  
• Being trapped in an abusive relationship.
  
  
• Experiencing deep sadness and grief after the loss of a loved one.

Fibromyalgia is difficult to diagnose, making it challenging to find the right treatment. It has similar symptoms to other conditions like arthritis, and there is no single test to confirm if you have fibromyalgia for sure.

If your doctor diagnoses you with fibromyalgia, there are different things you can do to manage your pain and address possible underlying causes

• Antidepressant medications can be prescribed.
  
  
• Painkillers may be recommended to manage the pain.
  
  
• Counselling or therapy sessions can help with depression management.
  
  
• Engaging in regular exercise releases hormones like serotonin and dopamine that can boost happiness.

If you suspect you might have fibromyalgia or are unsure about your symptoms, it's important to talk to a doctor.

Our doctors can listen to your symptoms and medical history and help determine if fibromyalgia or another condition could be causing your symptoms. Don't rely on guesswork; reach out to a doctor today for proper evaluation and guidance.