Fibromyalgia!

What is Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a common and chronic disorder. It is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues.

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia-

• Pain all over
• Fatigue
• Sleep disturbances
• Anxiety and Depression
• Muscle knots, cramping, weakness
• Digestive disorders
• Headache
• Balance problems
• Burning skin

Causes of Fibromyalgia-

• Genetics
• Infections
• Physical or emotional trauma

Risk factors of Fibromyalgia-

• More in women than in men
• Family history
• Rheumatoid arthritis or lupus

Complications of Fibromyalgia-

• Inability to function at home or on the job
• Depression and health-related anxiety
   

Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia-
There is no lab test to confirm a diagnosis of fibromyalgia but your doctor may want to rule out other conditions that may have similar symptoms. Blood tests are recommended which may include complete blood count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate and thyroid function tests.

Precautions & Prevention of Fibromyalgia-

• Reduce stress
• Get enough sleep
• Limit your caffeine intake
• Eat healthy foods
• Exercise regularly

Treatment of Fibromyalgia-

• Homeopathic Treatment of Fibromyalgia
• Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Fibromyalgia
• Psychotherapy Treatment of Fibromyalgia
• Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Fibromyalgia
• Surgical Treatment of Fibromyalgia
• Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Fibromyalgia
• Other Treatment of Fibromyalgia

Treatment of Fibromyalgia-

Homeopathic Treatment of Fibromyalgia-

Homeopathy provides safe, natural and lasting cure of fibromyalgia. Homeopathic treatment for fibromyalgia depends on the person’s physical, emotional, and psychological makeup. It strengthens the vital force of the body that balances many functions and provides protection from illness. Some of the remedies for fibromyalgia are:

• Rhus tox
• Arnica
• Bryonia
• Calcarea carb
• Causticum

Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Fibromyalgia-

Acupuncture and acupressure helps to relieve pain symptoms caused by fibromyalgia. The acupuncture needles helped to increase blood flow in fibromyalgia patients to a much greater degree than in the healthy controls. This increases the blood circulation helped to reduce the number of tender points and increase muscle health.

Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Treatment of Fibromyalgia-

Anxiety and stress have a negative impact on fibromyalgia patients. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one type of psychotherapy. It helps to ease pain symptoms. it can also help you to take control of the extent to which pain, tiredness, or other symptoms interfere with your life. Hypnotherapy quickly relives deep psychological issues causing or aggravating fibromyalgia. It also helps by working on pain tolerance.

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Fibromyalgia-

Conventional or allopathic treatment can help reduce the pain of fibromyalgia and improve sleep. Analgesics, Antidepressants and Anti-seizure drugs are prescribed by the doctors. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others) or naproxen sodium are also recommended.

Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Fibromyalgia

• Eat a high-fiber diet
• Drink eight glasses of pure water daily
• Avoid processed foods
• Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and sugar