Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition, but it is often accompanied by other symptoms like insomnia and fatigue. One connected condition that is often missed by doctors is neuralgia, which involves pain, numbness, and tingling as a result of damaged nerves. Trauma is often the cause of neuralgia, and many fibromyalgia patients find that their condition has…
Author(s)Don Tracy, Associate Editor FDA concluded that AXS-14’s New Drug Application was not sufficiently complete for substantive review, citing concerns with one of two clinical trials in fibromyalgia patients. Key Takeaways FDA declines AXS-14 NDA: The agency issued a Refusal to File letter, citing concerns over trial design in one of two pivotal fibromyalgia studies….
Many treatment options are available to address fibromyalgia’s various symptoms, so treatment for fibromyalgia should be multifactorial, individualized, and based on what specific issues and symptoms are affecting you most. Fibromyalgia is a common but often misdiagnosed and misunderstood disorder. This chronic condition causes widespread muscle pain, known as myalgia, and extreme tenderness in many…
If you’re living with fibromyalgia, it’s important to make time for self-care. It’s a chronic (long-lasting) condition that causes muscle pain and tenderness all over the body. This can make it hard to move, relax, or sleep, and it can cause mood and memory problems, too. NIH MedlinePlus Magazine asked two top fibromyalgia experts (and…
New research finds an accurate way of diagnosing fibromyalgia and differentiating it from other related conditions. Using blood samples and innovative techniques, scientists have detected a “molecular fingerprint” that is unique to the condition. People with fibromyalgia experience pain in many areas of their body. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects 2–8 percent of the worldwide population…
While good nutrition is an important part of managing many types of chronic conditions, people with fibromyalgia can often get significant relief from their symptoms by changing their diet. While little research on the link between diet and fibromyalgia exists, nutrition is a promising tool for treating patients, according to a study published in the…
Department of Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Sciences Program, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition characterized by generalized musculoskeletal pain, hyperalgesia and allodynia, commonly associated with other symptoms such as fatigue, poor sleep quality, anxiety and depression. The clinical manifestations of…
You’ve been through countless doctor visits. Your blood tests are normal, but you’re still dealing with constant fatigue, deep aching muscles, and fibromyalgia brain fog that makes daily life feel exhausting. You may feel frustrated or dismissed, but know this: your pain is real. Fibromyalgia isn’t something imaginary; it’s a real, neurological condition. Here is the truth:…
Resistance and challenges have not stopped Professor Eva Kosek. On the contrary, she has actively swam against the tide. Thanks to her research, there has been an increased understanding of the pain disorder fibromyalgia – and patients today encounter less suspicion. Professor Eva Kosek, credit: Martin Stenmark. Text: Cecilia Odlind, first published in Swedish in…
Chronic physical pain may seem like it should have a physical cause, but a growing body of evidence suggests the link between fibromyalgia and trauma may be both physical and psychological. Fibromyalgia is a chronic and tenderness throughout the body. Fibromyalgia can affect anyone of any age, but you’re more likely to develop it as…