Discord Found in Clinician-, Criteria-Based Fibromyalgia Diagnosis
THURSDAY, Feb. 7, 2019 -- There is disagreement between clinical diagnosis and criteria-based diagnosis of fibromyalgia, according to a study published online Feb. 6 in Arthritis Care& Research.
Frederick Wolfe, M.D., from the National Data... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - February 7, 2019 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
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This study explores experiences related to hearing loss and barriers to hearing health care among older Korean Americans.
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Source: Johns Hopkins University and Health Systems Archive - February 6, 2019 Category: Nursing Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Fibromyalgia: Many may receive wrong diagnosis
Millions of people live with fibromyalgia, a condition causing increased sensitivity to pain. However, a new study suggests many cases may be misdiagnosed. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - February 6, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Fibromyalgia Source Type: news
Are most patients with fibromyalgia misdiagnosed?
(Wiley) Recent studies have suggested that most people who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia by physicians may not actually have the condition. A new Arthritis Care& Research study found that overall agreement between clinicians' diagnosis of fibromyalgia and diagnosis by published criteria is only fair. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - February 6, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Study links adult fibromyalgia to childhood sexual abuse
(American Friends of Tel Aviv University) A new Tel Aviv University study finds that fibromyalgia syndrome -- a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue and cognitive difficulties -- may be a consequence of post-traumatic physical and psychological distress associated with childhood sexual abuse. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - February 6, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
The association between bullying victimization in childhood and fibromyalgia. Data from the nationwide Finnish health and social support (HeSSup) study based on a sample of 64,797 individuals - Varinen A, Kosunen E, Mattila K, Suominen S, Sillanmaki L, Sumanen M.
BACKGROUND: Fibromyalgia is a functional pain syndrome presenting with various psychological symptoms. Several studies have shown that adverse life events are associated with fibromyalgia. The aim of the current study is to explore the association between ... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - January 24, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Infants and Children Source Type: news
Fibromyalgia | Medscape Fibromyalgia | Medscape
Review in-depth clinical information, latest medical news, and guidelines on fibromyalgia symptoms, fibromyalgia pain, establishing a fibromyalgia diagnosis, and fibromyalgia medications and other fibromyalgia treatment options. (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - January 15, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Resource Center Source Type: news
Insurer Reasonably Found That Disability Was Caused By Depression, Anxiety
ST. LOUIS - A disability insurer reasonably concluded that a claimant's disability was caused by depression and anxiety rather than fibromyalgia because the objective medical records did not support the claimant's complaints of physical pain, the Eighth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals said Jan. 9 (Marianne Thiry v. United of Omaha Life Insurance Co., et al., No. 17-3288, 8th Cir., 2019 U.S. App. LEXIS 613). (Source: LexisNexis® Mealey's™ Disability Insurance Legal News)
Source: LexisNexis® Mealey's™ Disability Insurance Legal News - January 15, 2019 Category: Medical Law Source Type: news
Ask Can a Person Die from Fibromyalgia
Can a Person Die from Fibromyalgia? (Source: eMedicineHealth.com)
Source: eMedicineHealth.com - January 11, 2019 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Painful intercourse in women improved with fibromyalgia drug
(Rutgers University) Women with chronic pain or discomfort around the vulva showed improved sexual function with an oral nerve pain medication used to treat pain caused by a previous herpes infection as well as fibromyalgia, according to a Rutgers study. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - January 2, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Smoking Linked to Cognitive Dysfunction in Fibromyalgia
MONDAY, Dec. 10, 2018 -- Smoking tobacco is a risk factor for cognitive dysfunction in patients with fibromyalgia (FM), according to a study presented at the 17th Annual Pain Medicine Meeting, a meeting of the American Society of Regional Anesthesia... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - December 10, 2018 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What is the difference between multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia?
Multiple sclerosis and fibromyalgia both involve the nervous system, and they can cause similar symptoms, such as pain and fatigue. However, there are crucial differences. Here, learn about the distinctions, as well as symptoms, diagnostic processes, and treatments for each condition. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 29, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Multiple Sclerosis Source Type: news
Extract from soursop leaves can prevent the symptoms of fibromyalgia
(University of Seville) The consumption of extract of Annona muricata L. leaves in pharmaceutical form and in the correct dosage can reduce the chronic pain, anxiety and depression that accompany this disease. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - November 28, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Brain Inflammation Seen for First Time in Fibromyalgia Brain Inflammation Seen for First Time in Fibromyalgia
The discovery may open the door to new treatments and bring comfort to those who have been told their symptoms are imaginary.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - November 13, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What is a TENS unit and does it work?
Some people use a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit to treat pain. This device works by sending electrical impulses through the skin. It may give people relief from the painful symptoms of arthritis, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, endometriosis, and other conditions. Learn more here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 9, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Pain / Anesthetics Source Type: news
