{"id":5942,"date":"2026-02-12T00:35:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T22:35:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.loveforhealthyfood.com\/?p=5942"},"modified":"2026-02-12T00:35:30","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T22:35:30","slug":"7-fibromyalgia-symptoms-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.loveforhealthyfood.com\/?p=5942","title":{"rendered":"7 Fibromyalgia Symptoms You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/span>Fibromyalgia is a common painful medical condition. It causes long-term and wide-spread body pain.\u00a0 Additionally, it causes tenderness in the joints, muscles, tendons and soft tissues.\u00a0 The severity of fibromyalgia symptoms, however, varies from person to person.\u00a0 \u00a0Quite often, symptoms disappear and then return.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>Over 6 million Americans suffer from fibromyalgia. 90 percent of them are women. Early symptoms of fibromyalgia include widespread pain, but long-term sufferers often also see symptoms of fatigue, anxiety and depression.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some other fibromyalgia symptoms you should know about:<\/h4>\n

1. Headaches<\/h3>\n

Many people who suffer from fibromyalgia have reported headache as a symptom.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>2. Sleep Disorders<\/h3>\n

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Lack of sleep can contribute to diminished cognitive functioning. It can also worsen symptoms of depression and anxiety.\u00a0 Additionally, sleep disorders are common with fibromyalgia.\u00a0 \u00a0For example, those who suffer from fibromyalgia may also have either sleep apnea or restless legs syndrome.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Stomach Pain<\/h3>\n

<\/span><\/span><\/span>This goes beyond mere pain. It\u2019s a myriad of stomach issues. Constipation, diarrhea, frequent abdominal pain and bloating, abdominal gas, and nausea are commonly found in roughly 40 to 70 percent of fibromyalgia patients.<\/p>\n

5. Fibro Fog<\/h3>\n

Fibro fog, a commonly used term, refers to the various cognitive issues that come with fibromyalgia. It involves the impairment of memory, ability to focus, and ability to concentrate on mental tasks.<\/p>\n

6. Stiffness and Tingling<\/h3>\n

Many people who suffer from fibromyalgia wake with stiffness. They also experience numbness or tingling in extremities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>7. Sensitivity to External Stimuli<\/h3>\n

<\/span>This is another one of the early symptoms of fibromyalgia. It includes allodynia, which is spontaneous pain and discomfort.\u00a0 It\u2019s triggered by such things as bed sheets, a cool breeze, or even a pair of socks. \u00a0This sensitivity also includes a heightened sensitivity to loud noises, bright lights and temperature.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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How to Diagnose Fibromyalgia<\/h4>\n

If you or someone you love has fibromyalgia, you may have Googled, \u201cFibromyalgia symptoms tender points.\u201d It\u2019s one of the most iconic indicators of fibromyalgia.<\/p>\n

When you see your doctor for fibromyalgia, they may conduct a physical \u201ctender point\u201d examination. This means pressing 18 specific points to measure pain and tenderness. These points include neck, chest, arms, legs near the knee, at the waist and just below the buttocks.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Causes Fibromyalgia Symptoms<\/h4>\n

What causes fibromyalgia is unknown.\u00a0 However, research has shown that fibromyalgia may actually amplify pain by affecting the way the brain processes pain signals.<\/p>\n

While a definitive cause for fibro is unknown, there are possible factors involved. What causes fibromyalgia might be linked to genetics, allergies, viruses, hormonal imbalances and poor digestion.\u00a0 Other factors include candida overgrowth(<\/span>13<\/a>), stress, PTSD, spinal misalignments, and neurotransmitter deficiencies.<\/p>\n

Fibromyalgia Symptoms in Men<\/h4>\n

<\/span>While fibromyalgia is more common in women, men suffer from the condition as well. Certain types of viral infections, traumas, and stress can trigger fibro symptoms in men.\u00a0 However, in some cases, it hits with no warning.<\/p>\n

Fibromyalgia Treatments<\/h4>\n

Fibromyalgia treatments include NSAIDS, anti-seizure drugs,\u00a0 and antidepressants. However, these medications don\u2019t cure the disease. Furthermore, them can cause potentially serious side effects. If you prefer a more natural treatments, proper diet and avoiding gluten may also help reduce symptoms.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Fibromyalgia is a common painful medical condition. It causes long-term and wide-spread body pain.\u00a0 Additionally, it causes tenderness in the joints, muscles, tendons and soft tissues.\u00a0 The severity of fibromyalgia symptoms, however, varies from person to person.\u00a0 \u00a0Quite often, symptoms disappear and then return.\u00a0 Over 6 million Americans suffer from fibromyalgia. 90 percent of them… <\/p>\n

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