Dr Alex RobberJuly Introduction Being a parent is a challenging and rewarding role, but when you add the complexities of fibromyalgia into the mix, it can feel overwhelming. Managing time efficiently becomes crucial as you balance parental responsibilities with the need to manage chronic pain, fatigue, and other symptoms. This article explores effective strategies for…

Dr Alex Robber Introduction Living with fibromyalgia involves navigating not only the physical challenges but also the emotional burden of having your pain doubted by others. Misunderstandings and skepticism about fibromyalgia pain can strain relationships and create feelings of isolation. This article provides practical strategies for starting a conversation with someone who doubts your fibromyalgia…

Everyone has had a tough morning, there’s no question about that. Sometimes, it’s difficult to get out of bed. Occasionally, we all toss and turn and don’t get a refreshing rest. We wake up exhausted, grumpy, and feeling generally awful. Now imagine waking up every morning feeling like you didn’t sleep even though you know you got your eight hours of sleep. You…

chronicillness Question: I really want to get a tattoo, but I’m worried that it’d be a really bad idea because I have fibromyalgia. That makes me really afraid of how painful it might be. I’ve never had one before. Is this a really stupid idea or can I have the tattoo I really want in spite of my condition? Will it…

Have you ever noticed it takes you a couple of days to recover from a stressful event or over-exertion? A 48-hour recovery period is something you commonly hear about from people with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. We don’t yet know why we need a couple of days to recover from … well, just about anything, but a…

The millions of Americans who suffer from fibromyalgia live with a two-edged sword: excruciating pain, accompanied by the doubts of many who dismiss it as a made-up illness invented by a troubled mind. But researchers at the University of Florida and elsewhere are beginning to piece together clues that reveal the physical basis of the puzzling syndrome that causes severe fatigue and aches and has…

chronicillness Though fibromyalgia and Ankylosing Spondyloarthritis are two different conditions it may take a while to distinguish between the two, considering that they exhibit similar symptoms. Fibromyalgia can aggravate the symptoms of Ankylosing Spondyloarthritis, likewise, having Ankylosing Spondyloarthritis, can also increase your risks of developing some other conditions and complications. While Fibromyalgia does not trigger other disorders such as Psoriasis, both fibromyalgia and Ankylosing Spondyloarthritis can…

Dr Alex Robber, Introduction Fibromyalgia is often associated with its most well-known symptom: widespread pain. However, beneath the surface lies a multitude of hidden symptoms that can significantly impact the lives of those suffering from this chronic condition. These invisible struggles are just as debilitating as the physical pain, yet they often go unnoticed and…

chronicillness, Recent talks at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting looked at overall treatment protocols we should see. The two presentations: Daniel J. Clauw, MD, a rheumatologist and professor of anesthesiology and medicine, and director of the Chronic Pain and Fatigue Research Center at the University of Michigan focused on the nature of pain experienced by patients…

Dr Alex Robber, More than 5 million individuals in the US also continue to suffer from fibromyalgia. Many unpleasant Fibromyalgia signs are found. It’s known as an invisible disease because people can’t see how they get harmed. Fibromyalgia is usually a very serious condition which should be recognized for the victims and their signs. We…