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What is Fibromyalgia? - Fibromyalgia is a disorder of chronic pain which is felt in several parts of the body.

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Origin - Scientists are still searching for an explanation for Fibromyalgia, which is still a disorder without a cure.

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Studies - A study carried out by King's College London discovered a possible genetic cause for Fibromyalgia.

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Symptoms - The illness manifests through muscular pain all over the body.

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Pains - In many cases it is hard to define exactly what is hurting, so patients complain of general pain.

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Sleep problems - Sleeping problems are also a symptom of the syndrome.

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Bad night's sleep -

A person will wake up feeling exhausted, even though they've slept a long time.

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Constant tiredness - Fibromyalgia sufferers complain of feeling constantly tired and sleepy.

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Intestines - Other symptoms of the syndrome can be problems with the intestines, such as diarrhea and trapped wind.

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Tingling - Some patients even experience tingling in their hands and feet.

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Muscles - Because of the pain is felt throughout the body, it's quite normal for muscles to be tight.

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Dizziness - Dizziness and headaches can also be symptoms of Fibromyalgia.

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Concentration - All of these symptoms can lead to a loss of concentration and difficulties in remembering things.

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Factors - Even though the origins of the syndrome are not known, there are some things which can lead to patients suffering an energy crisis.

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Crises - An excess of physical activity, changes in climate, and stress can cause a Fibromyalgia crisis.

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Treatment - Some treatments include medicines and certain dietary changes which can help avoid this.

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Specialist - Visiting a doctor is the first step to getting the condition diagnosed and receiving advice on how to treat the syndrome in the best way possible.

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Medicines - Some doctorsd will just recommend painkillers and anti-inflammatory medicines to combat the pain, but it's always best to go and see them as they will prescribe specific ones depending on your symptoms.

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Physiotherapy - Doctors could also recommend physiotherapy.

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Exercise - Fibromyalgia sufferers can do certain forms exercise which have been recommended by a doctor.

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Physical activity - Far from being banned from doing any sport, people who suffer from Fibromyalgia can do exercise to help strengthen their muscles, as long as they are accompanied by specialists.

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Accupucture - Acupuncture can also be an effective natural treatment.

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Mental support - Many patients are recommended to see a psychologist to help them deal with their chronic symptoms, and the fact that their illness has no known cure.

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Food - Making sure you eat the right foods can be another great way to help deal with Fibromyalgia.

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Magnesium - Choose foods which are rich in magnesium as they help boost blood circulation. Seeds and avocado contain a lot of this, for example.

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Potassium - Foods which are rich in potassium are also recommended as they help to fight muscle weakness. Eating beetroot, peas, apples, and bananas are a good way to get this mineral into your diet.

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Omega 3 - Another tip is to get lots of Omega 3, which is found in salmon, for example.

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Patients - Fibromyalgia is a condition which affects both men and women, but it is more common in women between 30 and 55 years old.

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Controlling the condition - Although there's no cure for the syndrome, it is possible to treat Fibromyalgia and make it less painful.

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