Fibromyalgia Syndrome

• General Fibromyalgia Syndrome Information
• Possible Causes of Fibromyalgia Syndrome
• Possible Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Syndrome
• Possible Lifestyle Changes for Fibromyalgia Syndrome

General Fibromyalgia Syndrome Information
Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) is a chronic condition characterized by fatigue and extreme muscle pain. Its primary symptom is severe ache and muscle pain that makes any type of physical activity very painful. More than 5 million Americans suffer from of FMS in the USA, but the number of cases may be higher because the condition is difficult to diagnose. Approximately 80 to 90 percent of FMS sufferers are women.

Possible Causes of Fibromyalgia Syndrome
Fibromyalgia develops over a long period of time with symptoms that vary widely from person to person. The wide range of symptoms make FMS difficult to diagnose. FMS is more common in females than males. The specific cause of the condition is not known; however, it appears that a number of different factors may contribute to the development of the disorder. Some research indicates that children who have grown up in an environment of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and alcoholism may be more susceptible to the condition.

Possible Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Syndrome
The symptoms of FMS include severe muscle pain, fatigue, chest pain, low-grade fever, swollen lymph nodes, insomnia, insomnia, frequent abdominal pain, irritable bowel syndrome and depression.

Fibromyalgia is differentiated from other conditions by the existence of 18 tender spots where the muscles are abnormally tender to any touch. These 18 points are located around: