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- It's not known exactly why flares occur, but several triggers have been identified. These triggers often differ from person to person, but in any one individual, they may be similar to each flare. Possible triggers include: Stress, whether physical or emotional Overdoing it Poor sleep Weather changes: Temperature sensitivity is also common
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May 25, 2023 · Causes. Recovery. Summary. A fibromyalgia flare-up can feel both physically and emotionally exhausting. Lifestyle therapies can help manage symptoms. If you or a loved one is living with...
Feb 13, 2024 · Fibromyalgia can cause periods of widespread pain, fatigue, and stiffness. Learn about the symptoms of fibromyalgia and tips for avoiding flare-ups.
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- Widespread pain. If you have fibromyalgia, one of the main symptoms is likely to be widespread pain. This may be felt throughout your body, but could be worse in particular areas, such as your back or neck.
- Extreme sensitivity. Fibromyalgia can make you extremely sensitive to pain all over your body, and you may find that even the slightest touch is painful.
- Stiffness. Fibromyalgia can make you feel stiff. The stiffness may be most severe when you have been in the same position for a long period of time – for example, when you first wake up in the morning.
- Fatigue. Fibromyalgia can cause tiredness. This can range from feeling mildly tired to the exhaustion often felt during a flu-like illness. Severe tiredness (fatigue) may come on suddenly and can drain you of all your energy.
Sep 2, 2024 · What are the most common triggers of fibromyalgia flare-ups? Stress is a significant trigger for many people with fibromyalgia. Both emotional and physical stress can exacerbate symptoms, leading to increased pain, fatigue and muscle tension.
If you've been diagnosed with fibromyalgia you've probably heard about flares. Or instead, you may be wondering why sometimes your condition gets much worse almost out of the blue. What exactly are fibromyalgia flares, what symptoms may occur, what are the common triggers, and how can you best cope?
Oct 27, 2023 · The pain type and pattern can differ from one person to the next. This article explores where you might feel pain, the nature of that pain, what flares feel like, what is happening with pain signals in your brain, and how to live better with fibromyalgia pain.
Feb 12, 2018 · 11. Flares are a dreaded part of living with fibromyalgia. Identifying and avoiding flare triggers becomes an important part of managing fibro. On MyFibroTeam, the social network and online support group for those living with fibromyalgia, members often talk about a range of personal experiences and struggles.