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Does Fibromyalgia Get Better from Dr. Zhao TCM? Yes, in 3-6 weeks, Many people with fibromyalgia find that their symptoms and quality of life improve substantially as they GET Dr. Zhao TCM treatments and make lifestyle changes. While fibromyalgia is a chronic condition, it does need long terms help.

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What Is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is patients experience pain and stiffness in the muscles, but there are no measurable findings on X- rays or most lab tests. Affects about 5 million North Americans. The constant aches and fatigue can have a significant impact on daily life.

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Fibromyalgia Symptoms Muscle pain throughout the body, typically accompanied by: Fatigue Sleep problems Anxiety or depression Specific tender points

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Who's at Risk? Women between the ages of 25 and 60 have the highest risk of developing fibromyalgia. Women are 10 times more likely to have the condition than men.

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Causes of Fibromyalgia Hormonal or chemical imbalances disrupt the way nerves signal pain. A traumatic event or chronic stress may increase a person's susceptibility. Most TCMD agree that fibromyalgia results from imbalance of Yin-Yang, Qi and Blood.

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Do you have fatigue? Fatigue with the pain, a lingering feeling of exhaustion. Feel tired first thing in the morning, even after hours spent in bed. The fatigue may be worse on some days than others.

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Do you have sleep problems? Fibromyalgia have sleep problems. Trouble falling asleep or frequent awakenings during the night. a shallow state of sleep and never experience restful, deep sleep.

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Do you have depression Nearly a third of people with fibromyalgia also have major depression. Difficulty concentrating, hopelessness, and loss of interest in favorite activities. Low libido.

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Fibromyalgia Triggers Identifying what makes your symptoms worse. Cold or humid weather. Too much or too little physical activity. Stress. Poor sleep.

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Impact on Daily Life? Constantly fighting pain and fatigue can make people irritable, anxious, and depressed. Need doctors help for you to get back to the activities you enjoy.

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Call Doctor for help? Chronic pain and fatigue, sleep problems, or anxiety? Lab test to measures the levels of proteins in the bloodstream and can help confirm fibromyalgia.

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Managing Fibromyalgia Dr. Zhao TCM The goal of fibromyalgia treatment is to minimize pain, sleep disturbances, and mood disorders. Balance bodys Yin-Yang, Qi-Blood to improve immune, hormone and nerve system, ease muscle tension. Acupuncture 1-2 times a week.

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More than Ease Fibromyalgia Through Dr. Zhao TCM therapy, your pain levels are down or gone most time. Sound sleep. Energetic. Stress and anxiety free. Strength of libido.