43 Signs of Fibromyalgia You Should Be Aware Of!

Fibromyalgia is a difficult and painful condition which affects more than 40 million Americans annually. It manifests through pain all over the body, and is quite often misdiagnosed as it�s hard to detect it.

This is why it�s very important to recognize the early signs of the condition in order to start with the treatment as soon as possible and prevent severe pain.

Since there�s no cure for fibromyalgia, you can manage it with the help of light exercises, medications and cognitive behavioral therapy.

The muscle pain and tenderness can become a real problem after a while, and even painkillers won�t work. The condition doesn�t have an effect on the physical system only � it can also destroy your mental health.

Cause and diagnosis

The exact cause of fibromyalgia hasn�t been found yet, and there are no specific tests that can detect it. Doctors usually diagnose fibromyalgia by asking the patients if they have a list of symptoms you can see below.

Muscle and body symptoms

*Muscle pain

*Muscle twitching

*Morning muscle stiffness

*Muscle swelling

*Muscle tenderness

Sleeping problems

*Bruxism (teeth grinding)

*Hypnic jerk

*Fatigue

*Difficulty sleeping

*Muscle twitching and cramps overnight

Sinus and allergy symptoms

*Earaches

*Itchy ears

*Ringing ears

*Shortness of breath

*Excess mucus in the lungs

*Post-nasal drip and runny nose

Digestive problems

*Bloating, nausea, pelvic pain

*IBS

*Frequent urination

Sensory problems
*Increased sensitivity to smell, light and temperature changes

*Difficult seeing in low light

Cognitive problems

*Poor coordination and balance

*Difficult recognizing familiar surroundings and faces

*Tingling in the arms

*Language impairment

*Short-term memory problems

Reproductive problems

*Low sex drive

*Impotence

*PMS

Cardiovascular problems

*Irregular heartbeat

*Valve problems

*Symptoms similar to a heart attack

Skin, nail and hair problems

*Curved or ridged nails

*Hair loss

*Scarred or easily bruised skin

Mental problems

*Mood swings

*Anxiety and irritability

*Panic attacks

*Depression

Other symptoms

*Sudden weight loss or weight gain

*Vision problems

*Night sweats

*Headaches and migraines

*Carb cravings

*Chocolate cravings

If you notice that you�re experiencing some or a combination of symptoms from the list, we suggest visiting a doctor as soon as possible. In order to treat and prevent fibromyalgia, you can use acupuncture, breathing exercises, yoga or Tai Chi. Add some anti-inflammatory foods in your diet such as ginger and turmeric, and make sure to get magnesium, vitamin B12 and vitamin D supplements.

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