1. Fibromyalgia FAQs
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3. ● chronic condition that
causes widespread
pain.
● debilitating fatigue
● brain fog.
● pain all over the body.
● tenderness all over
your body.
What is Fibromyalgia?

4. ● Debilitating fatigue and
unrefreshed sleep
● Difficulty falling asleep
● Widespread pain in the
shoulders, neck, back,
arms, hips, hands, wrists,
knees and feet.
● Brain fog
● Anxiety and depression
● IBS
● Noise and light sensitivity
Signs and symptoms of
fibromyalgia

5. ● fibromyalgia is a chronic condition
that cannot be cured
● the current treatments aim is to
reduce and improve sleep
● It is a condition you have to learn
how to self manage.
● Medications can help with some of
the symptoms
Can it be cured?

6. ● Painkillers
● antidepressant medications
● your GP is the best person to
speak to
What medications can
I take?

7. ● Pacing
● Resting
● Naps
● Meditation
● Heat
● Building a support network
● Exercise
● Relaxation
● Counselling
● CBT
Self management
techniques

8. ● Getting a diagnosis of
fibromyalgia can be a long
process
● blood tests to check there is
no underlying cause for your
symptoms
● Physiotherapy
● Xrays and mris
● You may also then be sent to
see a rheumatologist.
● a clinical psychologist, an
occupational therapist or a
pain clinic
How do I get a Diagnosis

9. ● contact your local council, they
may be able to make you aware
of benefits advice
● Citizens advice bureau
● Personal Independence
Payment
● Blue badge
● Disabled persons railcard
● Disabled bus pass
● Universal credit and work
capability assessment
Can I claim
benefits in
the UK?

10. ● Graded, paced exercise is best
on the advice of your doctor
● Listening to your body
● exercise has a number of
important benefits for people
with fibromyalgia, including
helping to reduce pain
Exercise and fibromyalgia

11. ● no specific cure all diet
● keep to a healthy weight by
eating a balanced diet
● Multivitamins
● water
Diet and fibromyalgia

12. ● having a supportive partner
has been invaluable to my
mental health
● Find hobbies and interest
● TV
● Films
● Reading
● Podcasts
● Music
● Friendship
● Support groups
● Talking therapies
Mental health and
fibromyalgia

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