Fibromyalgia is indicated by a group of symptoms including chronic generalized muscle pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, headaches, and irritable bowel. But the medical community is only now putting the pieces together to discover what might cause it -- and what will or won't help the millions who suffer from it. This book separates fact from fiction, and addresses causes, symptoms, medication, and natural remedies, using a patient case history to help illustrate each subject.This comprehensive volume includes:
-- The origins and prognosis for fibromyalgia
-- The role of stress and other physiological, psychological, and environmental factors
-- How to find the most reliable information and the best health care professionals
-- Choosing the right course of treatment that can be personalized for specific symptoms
-- The value of remedies including yoga, acupuncture, exercise, relaxation techniques, massage, and chiropractic care
