Fibromyalgia Syndrome by nfra.net
Fibromyalgia (fi-bro-my-AL-ja) syndrome (FMS) produces chronic body-wide pain,
which migrates and can be felt from head to toe. Other symptoms include persistent
fatigue, headaches, cognitive or memory impairment, morning stiffness and non-restorative
sleep. The pain can migrate from day to day. Recent scientific research studies
have shown central nervous system involvement in FMS. The National Fibromyalgia
Research Association is THE source for what’s new in fibromyalgia research
and education. On this site you will find fibromyalgia diagnostic criteria and
an Informational Guide. Also available is the newest material regarding the
connection between the central nervous system (Chiari & cervical spinal
cord stenosis) and FM/CFIDS. Look at low blood pressure problems in FMS and
CFIDS.
- Over 6 million Americans, 90% of them women in the prime of their life,
suffer from FMS and sometimes struggle for years before being correctly
diagnosed.
- Symptoms usually appear between 20-55 years of age, but children are also
diagnosed with fibromyalgia syndrome.
- Pain and severe fatigue may keep FMS sufferers from their chosen profession
and unable to perform common daily tasks.
- Fibromyalgia pain continues throughout a person’s lifetime.
Fibromyalgia Syndrome by nfra.net
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