Signs and Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is often characterized by vague muscle pain at different areas of the body that may be associated with general tiredness and lack of sleep. Lower back region is the site often affected and the pain may also be felt in the buttocks and legs. Other sites that may be affected include the upper part of the shoulders on the back and neck regions. The pain is often chronic and may be persistent for more than 3 months.
Stiffness that usually improves with activity may be noted in the mornings while frequent awakening from sleep may be disturbing in the nights. Individuals suffering from fibromyalgia may feel exhausted after performing simple tasks such as walking. The individual may feel that the joints are swollen and have become numb.
The affected individuals may also suffer from a diverse range of signs and symptoms that include inability to remember things at times, poor vocabulary, headaches, anxiety or depression. These symptoms may often be relieved when the individuals are in a warm and dry weather, get enough sleep and perform moderate physical activities.1
Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last updated: April 30, 2012