If you’re living with unexplained muscle pain, stiffness, or chronic fatigue, you may have one of two chronic conditions: fibromyalgia and polymyalgia. The two are often confused with each other because they both cause muscle pain throughout the body, and they have very similar names. However, they are different disorders with different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Below, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the difference between fibromyalgia and polymyalgia, starting with what they both are.
Understanding the Two Conditions
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain. It is often accompanied by fatigue, sleep disorders,...
Have you ever had butterflies in your stomach when you were scared? Or felt your stomach twist in knots when you were nervous? Believe it or not, there’s some...
Lower back pain, a.k.a lumbar pain, is one of the most common pain conditions that you may experience. Because it's invisible, lower back pain may be difficult to diagnose and treat. Whether you're suffering from chronic or acute lumbar pain, finding treatment can be frustrating. If you're looking for a treatment option that doesn't rely on medication, then interventional...
Rosacea and eczema are two common skin conditions with very similar symptoms. Combined, the two chronic skin conditions affect over 30 million people in the United States alone. If you’re struggling with a recurring skin condition, you may be asking yourself, “what’s the difference...
Holiday shopping season is in full swing, and the lists continue to grow: to-do lists, gift lists and wish lists. It can be challenging to come up with meaningful gifts for your loved ones. If you have a family member or friend who suffers from chronic pain, you might consider...
Scientists at Washington University’s School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri have shown that certain Alzheimer's therapies were significantly more effective when paired with...
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an immune disease characterized by inflammation of the lining of the joints (synovium).
By Margaret Jaworski
The persistent inflammation leads to painful...
According to a report released by the Institute of Medicine of The National Academies, around 100 million adult Americans suffer from chronic pain. This problem is concerning from many points of view: it puts substantial pressure on the country’s healthcare costs and policymaking, it puts a lot of pressure...
If you have frequent pain, you’ve probably tried everything under the sun to get relief. Patches can offer convenient, on-the-go relief for back pain,...
From aiding victims of disasters to sitting calmly at the bedside of those battling illness, comfort dogs can lend helping paws to those who need it most. Animal therapy for chronic pain can offer those who are struggling with a type of therapy that addresses both their pain and...
Coconut Blueberry Smoothie
The recipe outlines a nutritious "Coconut Blueberry Smoothie." To prepare this vibrant and healthy beverage, combine coconut water or coconut milk with...
Tips for Caregivers
Many older adults live with pain, which can be acute (intense but short-lived) or chronic (lasting six weeks or more). Caregivers who...
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