Do you hurt everywhere and suffer from 'chronic fatigue'? Have you been to doctor after doctor, succumbing to an endless array of tests, only to realize that your doctor can't seem to find anything wrong with you?
You may have Fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that often results in fatigue and pain. The condition has been referred to in many different ways, including: fibrositis, chronic muscle pain syndrome, psychogenic rheumatism and more. It is also one of those conditions that are sometimes misdiagnosed.
More than 8 million people in the United States alone will suffer from Fibromyalgia, a perplexing and confusing condition that scientists are working diligently to treat and diagnose.
The American College of Rheumatology reports that approximately 2 percent of the population suffers from Fibromyalgia today. At this time there is no cure for Fibromyalgia.
This site was created with patients and families in mind. A diagnosis of Fibromyalgia can be devastating for patients and families. It typically entails a lifestyle change and chronic medical treatment.
Fibromyalgia is a difficult disease to understand, diagnose and treat. Though there are millions of patient's suffering from the condition, physicians are still working diligently to completely understand the disorder and identify causes and treatments.
One of the challenges a patient faces when diagnosed with Fibromyalgia is finding information about their condition. The information that is available is often scattered and complex.
This information was written for laypeople, as a simple way to explain a complex disease. In this site you'll find answers to many of the questions that surface after a diagnosis of Fibromyalgia. Whether you personally suffer from the disease or know someone that does, you will find helpful and supportive information throughout this site.
The material presented here will help you learn to manage, control and alleviate many of the symptoms associated with Fibromyalgia. It will also help you address the emotional toll associated with a diagnosis of a chronic condition.
Remember that life is a journey. Despite a diagnosis of Fibromyalgia you can still lead a life that is rich and rewarding. Medical researchers are continually working to develop new treatment options for patients suffering from Fibromyalgia. The key to healthy living with this disease is understanding the changes it will bring and learning to cope successfully.
Though it is impossible to address all of the questions you might have about Fibromyalgia, the aim of this guide is to cover in as much detail as possible the disease so that you can make healthy living choices and learn to live a rewarding life despite your condition.
