Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a clinical syndrome characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain along with symptoms involving different systems such as fatigue, sleep disturbance, and irritable colon syndrome. It is a musculoskeletal disease, the pathophysiological mechanism of which is not yet fully known. 90% of fibromyalgia patients are women and the disease is common between the ages of 25-55.

              Various risk factors including environmental factors, physical and emotional traumas, sensitivity in perception of pain, problems in the nervous system, hormonal irregularities, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, rheumatic diseases, sleep disorder, heavy workload, inactivity, perfectionism, meticulousness, and having a moody personality may trigger the disease.

            Symptoms and signs such as chronic pain, sleep disturbances, dizziness, anxiety, depression, memory-vision-jaw joint problems, muscle weakness, joint stiffness, burning in the urinary tract and frequent urination, painful menstruation, chest pain, nausea, skin complaints, dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, excessive sweating, and hypersensitivity on the scapula may be seen. In summary; fibromyalgia is a basket of problems and is prone to be confused with other diseases. Since there is no objective test for fibromyalgia, its diagnosis is difficult and its treatment is done with a multidisciplinary approach. It is a disease that requires effective patient-physician cooperation and patience.

              Combined treatments should be performed for the purposes of strengthening the autonomic nervous system and intestinal flora, lifestyle changes, regulation of nutrition, treatment of heavy metal accumulation, replacement of missing vitamins and minerals, and recovery of the patient from mechanical stress.

              To prevent fibromyalgia, avoid the factors that trigger the disease (stress and activities that cause extreme fatigue). Maintain your sleep pattern. Do not consume cola, coffee and tea before going to sleep. Make sure to go to sleep at the same time and wake up at the same time. Face the issues that have become a serious problem for you.

              If you have long-standing pain and you feel tired, consult a specialist doctor. Fight fibromyalgia with the support of your doctor, not alone.

              Our physicians are always with you.

               Healthy days.