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Living with Fibromyalgia

 After a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, it is totally normal to be overcome by a host of different emotions. Living with fibromyalgia entails changing your life completely and it is but natural to mourn the loss of your old life and habits. Experts suggest that you make the following lifestyle changes:

•    Reduce stress by learning relaxation techniques, yoga or meditation.

•    Get proper sleep and maintain regular schedules.

•    Exercise carefully and regularly. Consult with a physiotherapist for instructions on what you can and cannot do.

•    Follow a balanced diet, avoid coffee, do not smoke, drink plenty of water and rest adequately

Coping with fibromyalgia means dealing with feelings of denial, anger, depression and finally acceptance just like any grieving process. There are support networks and counseling services that can help see you through this tough time. 

Frequently asked questions

• How Can I Achieve Pain Relief From Fibromyalgia?
• What Are Some Of The Natural Cures For Fibromyalgia?
• What Are Some Of The Ways To Treat Fibromyalgia?
• Do Anemia And Fibromyalgia Have Similar Symptoms?
• How Can I Reduce The Fibromyalgia Pain?
• How Do I Treat Fibromyalgia?
• Is There Any Natural Cure For Fibromyalgia?
• Must One Follow A Diet For Fibromyalgia?
• What Are Some OF The Signs And Symptoms Of Fibromyalgia?

References

1. Jessica Lucia Neves Bastos, Elisa Dória Pires, Marcelo Lourenço Silva, Fernanda Lopes Buiatti de Araújo, Josie Resende Torres Silva, Effect of Acupuncture at Tender Points for the Management of Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Case Series, Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies, Available online 24 February 2013, ISSN 2005-2901, 10.1016/j.jams.2013.02.001.
2. Margareta Sandberg, Lars-Göran Lindberg, Björn Gerdle, Peripheral effects of needle stimulation (acupuncture) on skin and muscle blood flow in fibromyalgia, European Journal of Pain, Volume 8, Issue 2, April 2004, Pages 163-171, ISSN 1090-3801, 10.1016/S1090-3801(03)00090-9. (http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1090380103000909)