Fibromyalgia PSA
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- Why am I in so much pain?
- Here's your drink
- And now my head is throbbing
- It's likely fibromyalgia, you can take over the counter medicine for it
- I'm just in pain all the time, everywhere,
- Fibromyalgia is a non-communicable, non-fatal disease that is characterized by muscle pain and tenderness. Women are 2x more likely to have fibromyalgia than men, and obesity and trauma may contribute.
- Things will get better
- It can often go untreated as people often misinterpret is as something else and dismiss their pain as temporary.
- I know that this will get better
- Fibromyalgia can be diagnosed and treated with over-the counter medicines. Self care such as better eating, exercise, and stress relief also help in fighting fibromyalgia.
- Maybe it's wasn't just in my head
- Other symptoms can include depression, headaches, muscle stiffness, and sleeping problems. Seeing a psychologist can help ease symptoms that affect the mind.
- Individuals with fibromyalgia can continue to lead happy lives without obstruction
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