Dear Alexa , I wonder whether there have been any reported cases recently of people obtaining substantial damages for developing fibromyalgia after an accident. I know that you believe there obviously can be a link, …
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Who Treats Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is often puzzling for some medical professionals who are not familiar with it. So, who do sufferers turn to for treatment? Like an ‘invisible illness, Fibromyalgia is difficult to diagnose. The symptoms of Fibromyalgia …
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Closer To Understanding & Treating Fibromyalgia
Aside from the symptoms, one of the greatest frustrations of suffering from a chronic pain illness, such as fibromyalgia, can be convincing others that the illness is real and not psychosomatic. Mari Skelly and Kelley …
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Fibromyalgia Claims & Witness Statements
Posted on 7th November 2013 Dear Alexa , I developed Fibromyalgia following a road traffic accident. I am involved in an ongoing accident claim. My solicitor has asked me to produce a witness statement dealing …
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Workplace Injury Trigger For Fibromyalgia
Dear Alexa I used to be a teacher at a unit for disturbed young women. There was a rule that no member of staff could be left alone with two or more young women. On …
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Tender Point Tests To Prove Fibromyalgia
Dear Alexa I was involved in a road traffic accident following which I initially suffered from a whiplash injury with pain to my neck and back. It has now been 9 months since the accident …
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Fibromyalgia Triggered By Disciplinary Action
The following question was recently posted in Fibromyalgia Magazine Dear Alexa , I have been employed by my current employer for over ten years with an exemplary work record. I have never been given a …
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Explaining Fibromyalgia To Your Employer
The chronic pain and fatigue associated with fibromyalgia, such as fatigue, headaches, widespread pain, and brain fog can make it difficult to work, however, many sufferers continue to keep a full or part-time profession. Being …
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Fibromyalgia & Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
Are external factors making you nauseous? Living with fibromyalgia (FMS) certainly has its own set of challenges, as we’ve mentioned in prior posts tying the disease to work absences, weather sensitivities, and sleep disturbances. Multiple chemical sensitivity …
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Signs You Have Fibromyalgia
Each year on May 12, millions of people across the world observe National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. This anniversary of recognition dates to 1992 and was established in honor of the birthday of Florence Nightingale. Historical …
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