Studies show that small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) occurs in 90 to 100 percent of fibromyalgia patients. This post explains what SIBO is, what

Have you been denied disability benefits despite your Fibromyalgia diagnosis? Learn what it takes to win your disability claim and get right on track to win

Fibromyalgia memory loss can be annoying, frightening or downright dangerous. Learn ways to cope and prevent memory loss and fibro fog.

Brain fog (also known as fibro fog) is a common issue for those dealing with fibromyalgia - as well as many other chronic illnesses. There's often a question of how much of it is the illness and how much a result of depression, or a side effects of medications. One thing that isn't in doubt, is that it's real, and brain scans prove it.

Fibromyalgia leg muscle weakness can be painful and debilitating. What you need to know about this fibro symptom to live better now!

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If anyone tells you that your social life will not change after a fibromyalgia diagnosis, run! Seriously, nothing will ever be the same

If you have fibromyalgia and want to reduce your fatigue, this is what you need to know about the critical link between your sleep/wake cycle and adrenal hormones. Your adrenal glands play a vital …

Research is constantly looking for a way to identify and diagnose fibromyalgia. This study indicates that researchers may have found a neurological signature. But, is it enough?

Healing options are limited while pregnant, but there are options for relief with fibromyalgia and pregnancy. Here are some tips and resources.

DOES FIBRO FRIENDLY FITNESS EXIST? Here’s the fibro fitness Catch 22 — we’re supposed to exercise to reduce pain, but it causes pain to exercise. So we don’t exercise. Then we feel more pain and continue to look for solutions. Wait a minute … is that even logical? This issue isn’t only connected to fibromyalgia […]

Dealing with pain, day in and day out, can be extremely tiring. While there is no cure, there is definitely hope for pain relief. Yoga for fibromyalgia relief is what we are talking about

What is Swelling? It is an abnormal enlargement of a part of the body, typically as a result of an accumulation of fluid. Swelling can occur whenever the organs, skin, or other parts of your body enlarge. It is typically the result of inflammation or a buildup of fluid. Treatment of swelling depends upon the cause and there are three types of swelling that can occur with FM: Diffuse swelling, interstitial edema, which is idiopathic edema. Localized swelling takes place around a lymph node from chronic infection, as seen in many chronic fatigue/ME patients. Swelling from myofascial entrapment of lymph and blood vessels. Idiopathic edema is a form of swelling in FM that occurs because of an abnormal biochemical fluid retention in the spaces between tissues for which we do not know the cause. These spaces, called interstitial spaces, are part of the ground substance in the myofascia. It is difficult to treat, and attention should be on identifying the perpetuating factors. If you keep a daily log of what you eat, medications, therapies and symptoms, you will be better able to identify what perpetuates swelling for you. Lymph node swelling should be discussed with your doctor so he/she can help you identify an underlying chronic infection and treat it appropriately when possible. Swelling from myofascial entrapment by trigger points (TrPs) located in close proximity to lymph and blood vessels is best treated by myofascial trigger point therapies, including myofascial bodywork and trigger point injections. You may find the following tips and therapies helpful: Movement - movement improves circulation of both blood and lymph fluid. Try to avoid static positioning for any prolonged period Vodder Manual Lymphatic Massage/Drainage Trigger Point Therapy Trager Work Spray and Stretch Myofascial Release Active Release Therapy Alexander Technique Massage Therapy All of these therapies are discussed thoroughly in the book. *Caution: Any therapy that manipulates body tissue, including exercise and movement, releases the byproducts, toxins, into your blood stream. Drink plenty of water to help move the toxins out. Be sure to clear any of these therapies with your physician. http://www.sharecare.com/health/fibromyalgia-treatment/how-can-i-treat-swelling-from-fibromyalgia

Two researchers suggest chronic fatigue syndrome, GWI, fibromyalgia and migraine are all related.