Pain from fibromyalgia can become severe and disrupt your life. If you’re seeking fibromyalgia pain management in Philadelphia, schedule an appointment with Dr. Lenny Roberts.
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What is Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder associated with widespread soft tissue pain, tenderness and fatigue. A person with fibromyalgia will experience pain when up to 18 specific areas called tender points are pressed. Pushing carefully on these specific points during an examination causes discomfort or pain. The pain of fibromyalgia is more than normal muscle aches common after physical exertion. Fibromyalgia often can be severe enough to disrupt a person’s daily work and activities. The cause of fibromyalgia is not known.
Fibromyalgia Pain Symptoms
Symptoms of fibromyalgia come in many shapes and sizes — and fibromyalgia is often confused with other conditions. Common symptoms of fibromyalgia include:
- Pain
- Anxiety
- Concentration and memory problems — known as “fibro fog”
- Depression
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Morning stiffness
- Painful menstrual cramps
- Sleep problems
- Swelling, numbness, and tingling in hands, arms, feet, and legs
- Tender points
- Urinary symptoms
If you’re experiencing fibromyalgia pain in Philadelphia, Dr. Lenny Roberts can help. Schedule an appointment today.
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