Fibromyalgia Basics

        One of the best weapons we have against Fibromyalgia is to educate ourselves. Not only to what today is going to be like, but also as to what the future holds in store for us. It is important to keep current with all the medical discoveries...maybe one day they will figure this out and then there will be help for all of us.
        The following links are to your basic information on Fibromyalgia. Please take the time to learn about it.
        ~Thanks, Karen

        Advanced Pain Care
        A great description of Fibromyalgia.

        Colorado HealthNet Fibromyalgia Center
        A great resource provided to me by my very special angel, Gunda

        Fibromyalgia Pain Diary Worksheet
        Simply The best that I have found!

        FAQ For Fibro patients
        written by David A. Nye, M.D.

        The Arthritis Foundation
        A well known and reputable opganization that provides a wealth of information on fibromyalgia. You can join their organization, read articles and order brochures from this site.

        National Fibromyalgia Resource Center
        "Dedicated to education, treatment and finding a cure for Fibromyalgia". A valuable resource for FMS patients, this site includes diagnostic criteria as well as other information.

        USA Fibromyalgia Association
        A valuable asset for the FMS sufferer. Learn more about this disease and how you can help.

        Looking For A doctor that WILL help with the pain?
        This is the place to start

        Fibromyalgia and drugs, medications and pharmaceuticals
        The most complete page of information directly dedicated to the medications for fibromyalgia that I have ever seen. Compiled by Devin Starlanyl, MD

        Security for Fibromyalgia
        An article that contains helpful information for those of us that are trying to obtain Social Security for our disability. Social Security does not recognize Fibromyalgia yet, so it can be tricky trying to apply.

        Sapient Health Network
        You must become a member by filling out a short questionnaire to use this service, however it is free and very much worthwhile

        alt.med.fibromyalgia
        Usenet Newsgroup for Fibromyalgia sufferers

        The Fibromyalgia Discussion Group
        The mailing list has in the region of 1300 members, who refer to themselves as "the FMily.

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