Treatment
While there is no cure for fibromyalgia, relief from the symptoms can be obtained through medication and self care.
Pain relievers may minimize the stiffness and pain caused by fibromyalgia. Often times over-the-counter medications are enough to ease the pain that is experienced however your doctor may prescribe other medications if your pain is severe.
Antidepressants may be prescribed to assist with coping with the depression associated with fibromyalgia and to assist in sleeping.
Medications prescribed to treat epilepsy are sometimes effective in decreasing pain and fatigue caused by fibromyalgia.
Sleeping pills may be prescribed for short-term treatment but are not recommended for long-term use as they can be highly addictive and sometimes cause more sleeping problems.
You may also find it helpful to seek individual counseling or a discussion group of people living with fibromyalgia to teach you how to manage your symptoms and deal with the stress and frustration you may experience.
Treatment for fibromyalgia is a lot of trial and error. What works for one person may not work for you. Start out with trying some of the most simple things like taking Aspirin for headaches, soaking in the tub to relax muscles, a heating pad can also help. These options are low cost and have no side effects and if they work for you that is all that matters!
