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Hi Noca, I'm sorry that you are on so much pain, but I think you should know. I think it helps, knowing what it is that you have as far as symptoms and would also probably give you some kind of relief knowing why you are battling with depression, anxiety, etc...
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes disabling pain all over the body -- as well as stiffness and tenderness in muscles, tendons, and joints. It is most common among women ages 35 to 55. Although it's one of the most common muscle problems. There is no inflammation or joint damage, as occurs with arthritis. There is no damage to internal body organs, as with rheumatoid conditions like lupus. It is called fibromyalgia syndrome because it is identified by a collection of symptoms.
To figure out what's going on, doctors diagnose fibromyalgia by examining specific "tender points" on the body. There are 18 specific tender points; specific locations that are tender for everyone. But for people with fibromyalgia, these points are significantly more tender.
Tenderness or pain in at least 11 of these 18 points is the hallmark of fibromyalgia. Also, the pain is widespread on both sides of the body, neck, buttocks, shoulders, arms, upper back, and chest. Tender points are around the elbows, shoulders, knees, hips, back of the head, and the breast bone. The muscle pain can range from mild discomfort to severe enough that it limits a person's everyday life, including work and social activities. The pain is often described as burning, gnawing, throbbing, stabbing, or aching. When the person relaxes, the pain may be more noticeable -- and less so when you are active. The result: Everyday sensations of discomfort and pain are amplified beyond the norm. Slight bumps and touches can cause disabling pain, if you have fibromyalgia. This pain can be aggravated by outside factors such as noise, weather changes, and stress.
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