Fibromyalgia your opinion, real or fake?

Tell me what you think. I'm keeping my opinions to myself as I'm just wanting to know what people think.
Please answer honestly.
Thank you

Looks like the thumbs down troll is at it agioan-probabably the person who claims to have found a miracle cure--

It is very real-I have lived with it at least since I was 5-
I loved sports, but could never keep up

A study was just reported in the current FMAWARE magazine that found a small loss of brain matter in FMS-that helps prove it is real

The pain is NOT typical-

a dr that says not a disease better have their MALPRACTICE insurance paid-and betetr not be complaining how high rates-

I haventhad depressioin-so the pain can't be an artifact for that-there is no other explanation for my pain-no arthritis-no injury-no otehr disease! Report It

Fibromyalgia has not been prooven to exists medically, however, I believe that this condition may result from an initial chronic pain, usually lower back pain, and follow with symptoms of depression and reduced serotonin levels, causing either further depression. I believe that the initial chronic pain trigger causes the perception of increased pain, phantom pain, or over exaggerated pain throughout the body. There is no doubt that this condition is REAL, but I think there is also a Strong mental component to this is well. Interestingly, there has never been a study performed, that I'm aware of, to see if a placebo (sugar pill) would help those who suffer from chronic pain. The placebo effect is very real and very strong. Just as a sugar pill can make a headache go away, a person can convince themselves that they are hurting all the time, especially if they had a chronic injury beforehand and fall deeper into depression thinking "when will I ever feel better."

Yes, I think it is real. Many people do not doubt that the people who are diagnosed with fibromyalgia hurt. The thing alot of people think is it's just a doctor's way of saying "I can't find anything else wrong with you." Since there is no proven answer to this question there is no definite answer. But, I do think that it's real. It hurts to get out of bed, it hurts to walk long distances, it hurts when people play too rough. It hurts all the time. Yes, my opinion is bias because I have it. My doctor has explained to his opinion on it and I think he is right. He told me it's almost as if the nerves in your body do not process pain correctly. I think that's a good explanation. Yes, things like exercise and good diets help out alot. But I don't think that has caused the disease.

I was wondering recently if I had that. Quite often I have symptoms that seem to resemble it - which is not good. I really don't want to go to the doctor though. Hopefully it's a less severe case.

I think if fibromyalgia has been defined as a disease, and they have medicine for it, then it is most likely "real". We can't really judge what other people are going thru - just because we don't feel pain doesn't mean other people don't feel pain. It would be very insensitive to imply otherwise.

Its an artifact brought upon by well meant doctors.,
The bad combination of chronic depression, plus chronic articular pain, is the ideal artifact. (unfortunate group of signs and symptoms), however, NOT a disease per se.
The pain, and discomfort in the muscular attachments (not the muscles themselves), are typical, and nobody doubts the intensity nor the amounts on points that are the source of such pain...
Its far more common in females, and especially those with a family history of arthritis and depression.
An example on a non existing disease as such......

I think it is real but I believe your mental health can play a role in it. Lack of sleep, and depression are known to make it much worse. I think some people hide behind an illness for attention or an excuse but, we are not the judge. I am sure it is real but I think with healthy eating, vitimans, and a good sleeping pattern, it could be greatly improved. Also, I belive modivation plays a factor. Just being honest.

Very real, Real pain. hurts to lay down, to walk, to sit. My sister has it. she is only 33 years old, Many times she has to have a bucket at the side of her bed. Before she was dx'ed, many doctors thought she was "Med seeking"

To the young lady who thinks she may have it, you cannot be dx'ed unless you have you pain documented over a period of time. The longer you put if off, the longer you have to be dx'ed. Express your feelings to your doctor, and make them pay attention.

I have had it for 16 years, diagnosed by a rheumatologist.
I aalso have the Chronic Fatigue Syndrome that often goes along with it. There is a LOT of information on line about it. No need for me to go into detail, when you can read it there.

I will only tell you it is extremely painful, 24/7; it feels like your muscles are tearing away from all your bones.

Absolutely real. Check out http://www.fibromyalgiasource.com for lots of information about Fibromyalgia including my experience living with it.

Very real.

I don't know how anyone can possibly doubt it. Being in so much pain and being so fatigued isn't something anyone could pretend or make up.

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