Fibromyalgia (FM) patients seek relief from medications, exercise, and healthy eating habits, after a proper diagnosis of the tender points within the body.
Depression had become a common denominator for the Fibromyalgia population since patients spent years waiting on a diagnosis. Anti-depressants like Cymbalta, and Wellbutrin help relieve Fibromyalgia pain.
Opiates have been a common use for patients with Fibromyalgia. Now that more research has been done, Lyrica a new drug for FM patients can also help with the pain from the nerves. Weight management for some is highly recommended.
Fibromyalgia pain. Photo by: Cynthia Gladden
Exercise is also suitable with healthy eating habits to help with pain symptoms. Medications have helped find relief for some patients, leading them to a life filled with less pain and more activity. Pain management specialist, Dr. Mahmound Sabbagh states, “proper eating habits and daily exercising can also help with lowering pain symptoms.”
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