What is Fibromyalgia? Do you know of anyone who suffers from Fibromyalgia? Have you ever heard about this condition? Well, if you don’t have a clue about it, you are going to learn a lot about it. If you suffer from this condition or you have a loved one who is affected by it, there … Read more
If you have ever suffered from knee pain, you know how debilitating it can be. Knee pain can limit your movement, distract from work-life, and disrupt sleep. Pain in the knees is a very common symptom, and can be caused by a range of medical problems. It is sometimes attributed to Sciatica, a condition regarding … Read more
Foods to Avoid When You Have Lupus Though lupus is a chronic, life-long disease, altering your diet to prevent the development of other associated health problems is one excellent way of controlling your lupus symptoms and preventing flares. The scarcity of conclusive information available for a specialized lupus diet remains a frustration for patients and … Read more
A night out in heels. A long walk with the dog. A busy day at work. A day of museum-hopping. We have all had days where we come home and our feet are killing us. For some people, this kind of pain is all too common, and it can limit their ability to participate in … Read more
What is Cervicalgia? Cervicalgia is the medical term for neck and shoulder pain. Cervicalgia is difficult to diagnose and treat because it manifests itself in many different ways with several possible etiological symptoms and causes. Neck pain with associated shoulder pain is one of the most common reasons that people seek medical attention and the … Read more
Have you ever felt a tight, squeezing pain in your chest? Have you ever felt as if there was something stuck in your throat, making it difficult to eat and drink? These symptoms may be caused by esophageal spasms. Many people have never heard of esophageal spasms, and so may be suffering from the symptoms … Read more
We all have those days. Nothing is going right, work is piled high, everyone seems to be expecting everything from you, and you do not have any time to do any of it. At the end of the day, you try to ease the stress— you take a bath, eat some comfort food, watch a … Read more
“My feet have pins and needles.” “I have ants in my pants.” “My arm fell asleep.” Whatever you call it, the tingling feeling known scientifically as paresthesia has affected almost everyone at some point. In these everyday situations, you are probably picturing, the tingling goes away within a few minutes, and we are able to … Read more
Diffuse esophageal spasms are a spasm within the esophagus. The esophagus is what connects your mouth to your stomach and is what swallows and starts moving your food towards your stomach. The esophagus is a muscular tube separated into three separate sections. When you swallow, they will all contract at the same time to move … Read more
Fibromyalgia is a disorder which causes pain in the body that ranges from mild to severe. It can also cause symptoms of fatigue, sleep disruptions, memory issues, and mood problems. Fibromyalgia affects the way the brain processes pain signals, causing a person’s sense of pain to be heightened. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder with no … Read more