March 1, 2013
The
Monster List of Fibromyalgia Symptoms!
Updated June 07, 2012
You've probably read about fibromyalgia
symptoms such as pain, fatigue and fibro fog, but the
list of possible signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia are
far-reaching and body-wide. Those tiny lists don't even begin to describe our
experience! I put together this "monster list" of 60+ fibromyalgia symptoms
to let you know that you're not
alone! The list is adapted from one put together by fibromyalgia expert Devin
Starlanyl along with recent research.
Many
of these fibromyalgia symptoms also can be caused by other ailments and this
list isn't intended as a diagnostic tool. Knowing the full range of symptoms,
however, can help you track them either to
help your doctor reach a diagnosis or to help
you identify triggers.
Some
of the following are noted as overlapping conditions,
which means they commonly occur with fibromyalgia but actually are conditions
that need to be diagnosed and treated separately.
People
with fibromyalgia can have any combination of the following symptoms, and to
varying degrees of severity.
FIBROMYALGIA SYMPTOMS CHECKLIST
General Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Delayed reactions to
physical exertion or stressful events
·
SweatsYou've probably read about fibromyalgia symptoms such as pain, fatigue and fibro fog, but the list of possible signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia are far-reaching and body-wide. Those tiny lists don't even begin to describe our experience! I put together this "monster list" of 60+ fibromyalgia symptoms to let you know that you're not alone! The list is adapted from one put together by fibromyalgia expert Devin Starlanyl along with recent research.
Many of these fibromyalgia symptoms also can be caused by other ailments and this list isn't intended as a diagnostic tool. Knowing the full range of symptoms, however, can help you track them either to help your doctor reach a diagnosis or to help you identify triggers.
Some of the following are noted as overlapping conditions, which means they commonly occur with fibromyalgia but actually are conditions that need to be diagnosed and treated separately.
·
Unexplained weight gain
or loss
·
Cravings for carbohydrate
and chocolate
·
Vision changes, including
rapidly worsening vision
Muscle & Tissue-Related Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Morning stiffness
·
Muscle twitches
·
Diffuse swelling
Sinus & Allergy-Related Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Runny nose
·
Mold & yeast
sensitivity
·
Shortness of breath
·
Earaches & itchy ears
·
Thick secretions
Sleep-Related Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Light and/or broken sleep pattern with
unrefreshing sleep
·
Fatigue
·
Sleep starts (falling
sensations)
·
Twitchy muscles at night
Reproductive Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Menstrual problems
·
PMS (as an
overlapping condition)
·
Loss of libido
Abdominal & Digestive Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Bloating & nausea
·
Abdominal cramps
·
Pelvic pain
·
Urinary frequency
Cognitive/Neurological Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Difficulty speaking known
words, other language impairments (dysphasia)
·
Directional
disorientation
·
Poor balance and
coordination
·
Paresthesias in the
upper limbs (tingling or burning sensations)
·
Loss of ability to
distinguish some shades of colors
·
Short-term memory
impairment
·
Confusion
·
Trouble concentrating
·
Staring into space before
brain "kicks in"
·
Inability to recognize
familiar surroundings
Sensory Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Sensitivity to odors
·
Sensitivity to pressure
changes, temperature & humidity
·
Night driving difficul
·
Sensory overload
Emotional Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Tendency to cry easily
·
Free-floating anxiety (not
associated with situation or object)
·
Mood swings
·
Unaccountable
irritability
Heart-Related Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Rapid, fluttery,
irregular heartbeat
·
Pain that mimics heart
attack, frequently from costochondritis (as
an overlapping condition)
Skin, Hair & Nail-Related Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Pronounced nail ridges
·
Nails that curve under
·
Mottled skin
·
Bruising or scarring
easily
·
Tissue overgrowth
(non-cancerous tumors called lipomas, ingrown
hairs, heavy and splitting cuticles, adhesions)
Miscellaneous Fibromyalgia Symptoms
·
Hemorrhoids
·
Nose bleeds