I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia 12 years ago and have gradually learned to live with this debilitating condition. 

It’s been pretty hard for my family not having the enthusiastic, energetic mum and wife they had prior to falling ill.  They have been a great source of support and I’m sure they will continue to support me with living my life to the full. 

I have got lots of my information and support from FMA uk and I want to give back by raising awareness and supporting the group in their efforts to help fellow sufferers. 

Below is an explanation of the condition and how it can affect the sufferer at the moment the worst of my symptoms are pain and fatigue. 

-thanks for reading and thank you for your support xxx

Fibromyalgia is a recognised chronic condition of widespread pain and profound fatigue. A common illness with an est. prevalence of 2.9% - 4.7%. The pain tends to be felt as diffuse aching or burning, often described as head to toe. It may be worse at some times than at others and may also change location, usually becoming more severe in parts of the body that are used most. Add. symptoms often include: unrefreshing sleep, headaches, irritable bowel, cognitive disturbances, clumsiness, dizziness, allergies, sensitivity to environmental changes.