{"id":27495,"date":"2025-09-23T11:10:21","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T15:10:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/valuecare.wpgamma.com\/?p=27495"},"modified":"2025-09-23T11:10:21","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T15:10:21","slug":"fibromyalgia-facts-figures-and-myths-debunked","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/valuecare.wpgamma.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/23\/fibromyalgia-facts-figures-and-myths-debunked\/","title":{"rendered":"Fibromyalgia Facts, Figures and Myths Debunked"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you curious about the real\u00a0<i>Fibromyalgia facts<\/i>, figures and myths behind the medical condition, fibromyalgia? You can discover through the American College of Rheumatology some very interesting facts and figures about fibromyalgia and using any search engine you can find some very fascinating myths circulating online about fibromyalgia as well.<\/p>\n<p>In this article you can discover the facts, figures and myths debunked all in one convenient place.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"\/about\/Fibromyalgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Fibromyalgia<\/a>\u00a0facts and figures:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>In America there are currently over 6 million individuals of all ages suffering from fibromyalgia. Basically, one in every 50 Americans you meet on the streets is suffering from fibromyalgia. Out of those suffering in America, 80% to 90% of them are women. This is why some refer to this as a \u201cwoman\u2019s disease\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Studies also show that when a woman is diagnosed with fibromyalgia there is a strong possibility that she had a family member that had also been diagnosed with the same condition. This study suggests that there is a genetic component to fibromyalgia.<\/p>\n<p>Out of all the conditions categorized as \u201crheumatic ailments\u201d, fibromyalgia was found to be second most common ailment with\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/Osteoarthritis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Osteoarthritis<\/a>\u00a0in the number one spot.<\/p>\n<p>In 1999 a study conducted by the National Institute of\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/Arthritis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Arthritis<\/a>\u00a0and Musculoskeletal and Skin diseases uncovered the fact that\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/Fibromyalgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">fibromyalgia<\/a>\u00a0is commonly diagnosed among women when they are of reproductive age often during pregnancy. The same study also discovered that 90% of fibromyalgia patients have some jaw or facial sensitivity, symptoms that mimic temporal mandible joint dysfunction (TMJD), which makes diagnosing fibromyalgia difficult.<\/p>\n<p>The most common fibromyalgia symptom in those under age 50 is pain and of those who are older than 60 the most common symptoms of the condition is fatigue. Unfortunately, one of the\u00a0<i>Fibromyalgia facts<\/i>\u00a0is that pain and fatigue are hallmark symptoms for those who suffer from fibromyalgia.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fibromyalgia Myths Debunked:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/recommends\/EnjoyingWeightLoss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"Fibromyalgia facts, figures and Myths debunked\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20110413014022im_\/http:\/\/www.natural-holistic-health.com\/images\/enjoyweightloss1.png\" alt=\"Fibromyalgia facts, figures and Myths debunked\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps the most often discussed myth concerning fibromyalgia is whether or not it is \u201call in the heads of the sufferer\u201d, as in being psychological only or whether it is indeed a illness at all.<\/p>\n<p>The myth debunked is that\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/Fibromyalgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">fibromyalgia<\/a>\u00a0is a complex condition that has symptoms similar to many other diseases and conditions, is difficult to diagnose and has many mysteries surrounding it but has very real physical characteristics that can be tested by rheumatologists and neurologists.<\/p>\n<p>There is also a myth circulating that fibromyalgia is fatal if contracted. The myth debunked and the truth is like so many other chronic conditions the individual with fibromyalgia does not die of the condition but may in fact die of conditions that develop along the way but that the condition itself is not fatal. There are no studies with proof that fibromyalgia in any way shortens a person\u2019s life expectancy.<\/p>\n<p>Another myth is that those who develop fibromyalgia will incur lasting damage to the body. Debunking this myth is easy because fibromyalgia has been shown to be a chronic disease that has symptoms that do worsen but that it is not progressive in nature as in the body\u2019s organs and tissues do not deteriorate with the presence of\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/Fibromyalgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">fibromyalgia<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, fibromyalgia is a common condition, with over 6 million Americans alone suffering from it and if it were a progressive disease you would be able to spot this large population more easily.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/recommends\/FibroFreeComplex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">FibroFree Complex<\/a>\u00a0is a safe, non-addictive, FDA-registered natural remedy containing 100% homeopathic ingredients selected to relieve localized muscle pain, tender ligaments, sore tendons and tender spots on the body.\u00a0<a href=\"\/recommends\/FibroFreeComplex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">FibroFree Complex<\/a>\u00a0may be taken at the first sign of tenderness as it works quickly to soothe body aches, cramps and pains, as well as alleviate facial pain and\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/Headaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">headaches<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This remedy contains a selection of homeopathic ingredients known to relieve fatigue and promote\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/LowEnergy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">energy levels<\/a>, mood and\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/AdultADD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">mental clarity<\/a>\u00a0(reducing the feeling of \u2018brain fog\u2019), without side effects.\u00a0<a href=\"\/recommends\/FibroFreeComplex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">FibroFree Complex<\/a>\u00a0is taken internally and presented in a convenient, concentrated tincture formula. It is easy to ingest and hassle\u2013free with no artificial colors or preservatives. It is safe for all ages, including pregnant women or those who may be\u00a0<a href=\"\/about\/Breastfeeding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">breastfeeding<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Enrich your life and the lives of others<\/strong>\u00a0by learning Aromatherapy, Reflexology or Color\/Crystal Therapy at the\u00a0<a href=\"\/\" target=\"_new\"><strong>Alternative Healing Academy<\/strong><\/a>! Convenient and easy-to-handle payment plans are available! Get 10% OFF of any course simply by liking our\u00a0<a href=\"\/\" target=\"_new\">Facebook Page<\/a>! 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You can discover through the American College of Rheumatology some very interesting facts and figures about fibromyalgia and using any search engine you can find some very fascinating myths circulating online about fibromyalgia as well. 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