الألم العضلي التليفي (Fibromyalgia)

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Fibromyalgia

 

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Whatisfibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes widespread pain in various parts of the body. It may be accompanied by fatigue, sleep disturbances, and psychological and emotional disorders.

What are the symptoms of fibromyalgia?

  • Symptoms can vary from person to person and in severity from time to time, but the most common symptoms are:
  • Pain throughout the body.
  • A feeling of stiffness and muscle tension, especially upon wakingor after sitting for long periods in the same position.
  • Fatigue and tiredness.
  • Sleep problems.
  • Issues with concentration, thinking, and memory.. 
  • Headaches.
  • Increased sensitivity to pain. 

Irritable bowel syndrome.

  • Othersymptoms:
  • Numbness and tingling in the extremities..
  • Dizziness. . 

Depression and anxiety.

What are the causes of fibromyalgia?

  • The main cause of fibromyalgia is unknown; however, it is believed to be related to changes in brain chemicals and alterations in how pain signals are processed in the central nervous system. However, there are risk factors that increase the chance of developing it, including:
  • Age: Fibromyalgia can affect people of all ages, even children, but it is most often diagnosed in middle age, and the likelihood increases as you get older.
  • Gender: Women aremore likely tobe affected.
  • Suffering fromlupus.
  • Suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Osteoarthritis.
  • Temporomandibular joint pain.
  • Genetic factors.
  • Psychological stress andtraumatic events.

Repeated injuries and repetitive joint stress.

What are the diagnostic methods?

  • The doctor takes a medical history and performs a physical exam, and may request additional procedures as needed, such as:
  • X-rays.

Blood tests.

What are the treatment methods for fibromyalgia?

  • Treatment aims to alleviate symptoms to improve quality of life, and it is carried out through various measures or as needed, which may include:
  • Medications, such as pain relievers thathelp relax muscles and antidepressants.
  • Muscle-strengthening exercises and aerobic exercises. For more details on exercises, read the Move for Life guide.
  • Stressmanagement..

Cognitive behavioral therapy if there is depression.

What are the preventive measures for fibromyalgia?

Following up with a physical therapy specialist.

  • What are the complications of fibromyalgia?
  • Reduced qualityoflife.. 
  • Depression.

Rheumatic diseases that often occur alongside fibromyalgia.

When should you see a doctor?

 

If you start experiencing symptoms of fibromyalgia.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the factors that may trigger and exacerbate symptoms?
  • Stress.
  • Hormonal changes.

Climate changes.

Can psychological stress and past traumatic events lead to fibromyalgia?

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