How long will it take to find a cure for Fibromyalgia?

Answer 1

Unfortunately, I don't think there will be a "cure," because it's a neurological disorder like MS. It's very difficult to repair damage to the nervous system.

BUT - the fact that researchers have identified it as a neurological disorder, and that we have proof of organic differences in fibromyalgia patients shows significant progress over the last decade.

Other studies have identified a genetic anomaly that seems to make some people more likely to fibromyalgia or TMJ/TMD or other painful disorders.

Knowing that FMS is neurological instead of rheumatological (or psychological, as some claimed) means that there's a much higher likelihood of good treatments coming along. And yes, it also makes it much more likely that somebody will develop a cure.

Answer 2

At this time there is no treatment cure for fibromyalgia because it is still a syndrome of mystery, but several research has at least yielded some better treatments for management. Until they can determine what truly causes the phenomenon, a cure cannot be found but only a means to offer various treatments of manageability. The best attitude and edge to get a handle on fibro is to realize you will never be a 100% pain free. If you are trying to achieve that status, you will soon discover you are on more medication than needed which can cause serious illnesses and still be in chronic pain or discomfort. So the best attitude to view your pain is in degrees of definition. Is this pain so unmanageable that "I think a sledge hammer is preferable" to the range of "I know I ache, but I can get up today and still get something accomplished no matter how little and not let it interfere too much with me". Some medications are out there to help take the edge off of pain and to keep you going. However, I personally found anti-inflammatories uselss and wodner why some doctors are still insistent. The trick of the syndrome is energy and time management. Realize when you do feel good, that is GREAT!, but realize do not over do it that you end up in bed the next 2-3 days with regret of overdoing it. So if you know you have an event to commit to, then don't go out and run a "marathon" and wipe yourself out where you are not going to make you committed event. When you do not feel the very best, don't feel guilty, but realize today is just not the best of your days but at least your above ground and tomorrow is another day. Diagnosed 1990 but determined to have had it since 1980. I am a mom who has a very understanding, loving son that knows there are days I may be for no reason unhappy or not feel good. It his love and understanding with gentle hugs that makes me feel better the most when I am not feeling so well. Have mom see a rheumatologist who has a long-term history of treating fibormyalgia patients. Not all rheumatologist are good fibro treaters so it is very important to specifically asked how long they have been doing it and they understand the needs of fibro patients. It make take several doctor changes to find one that is a good fit for mom. So Marcos, Good luck and much prayers.

Answer 3

This may be a long shot, but I'm going to mention it just in case it helps you out. I used to have classic fibromyalgia symptoms and was diagnosed a couple of years ago. Since then, they discovered that I have Celiac Disease. Upon going gluten free, my fibro symptoms almost completely resolved themselves. Symptoms of Celiac Disease can include, but are not limited to: fibro-type pains, acid reflux, constipation and/or diarrhea, migraine headaches, stomach cramps, depression, anemia, malnutrition, over weight or under weight, and neuropathy. There are many more symptoms than that, I'm just giving you an idea of the wide range of symptoms. Celiac is often called the "great pretender" because it's symptoms mimic so many other diseases. Look into it, you can find more information at www.celiac.com and www.glutenfreeforum.com. Like I said, it may be a long shot, but you never know... I would've never guessed that I had Celiac, but I tested positive. The gluten free diet has made such an enormous positive change in my life. I can't believe that I ever lived with all of that pain. Ugh. Good luck!

Answer 4

I don't think there will be a cure in the near future since it is so difficult to cure a problem that originates in the central nervous system (which fibro supposedly is). However, I do think that doctors are getting close to a better treatment. There has been a lot of new research lately, which is spectacular since most researchers dismissed it until the last couple decades.

Answer 5

Probably as long as it is taking to find a cure for cancer. I think that there may be a cure out there, but since pharmaceutical companies and the government are making more money by selling the drugs that pacify the problem, why display the cure and stop getting rich? Just my opinion, don't shoot me.

Answer 6

Fibromyalgia is a common nonarticular disorder of unknown cause characterized by achy pain, tenderness, and stiffness of muscles, areas of tendon insertions, and adjacent soft tissues. Diagnosis is clinical. Treatment includes exercise, local heat, and drugs for pain and sleep.
Please see the web pages for more details on Fibromyalgia.

Answer 7

Hi Laus

Here are some ideas to heal yourself. The body knows how to heal itself, you just have to give it some assistance. The answers are out there, so go find them.

Here are some tips to help the healing process. #7 is the most important step.

Causes of Fibromyalgia
There is not one specific cause for primary fibromyalgia. Certain common features among fibromyalgia patients provide a better idea as to the primary factors that are involved in its onset, however. These include dental amalgam fillings, hormone imbalances, infection, neurotransmitter imbalances, sleep problems, problems with the thalamus gland, and physical trauma. Other factors that can play a role include chemical and food allergies and sensitivities, chronic stress, and dysfunctions in system.muscle metabolism.

Conventional physicians treat fibromyalgia primarily through the use of painkiller medications. Such an approach fails to address the multiple causes of fibromyalgia, and also carries with it the risk of serious side effects. In addition, this symptom care approach is typical of conventional medicine`s failure to properly understand chronic health conditions such as fibromyalgia, which explains why it so often fails to successfully treat such conditions. Practitioners of alternative medicine, on the other hand, focus their treatment approaches on the multiple factors involved in fibromyalgia in order to eliminate them, while simultaneously stimulating the body`s ability to repair itself. What follows is an overview of some of the most common therapies they employ in order to achieve those goals

Quick Action Plan for Fibromyalgia


1. A healthy, whole foods diet is an important part of any fibromyaglia treatment program. Emphasize organic foods, especially fresh, organic vegetables, and drink plenty of pure, filtered water throughout the day. For even more benefits, consider adopting a vegetarian diet, which has been shown to significantly reduce fibromyalgia symptoms.

2. Essential nutrients to help treat fibromyalgia include vitamin C, vitamin E, niacinimide (vitamin B3), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA-an essential fatty acid), magnesium, selenium, zinc, and the lipotrophic factors inositol, methionine, and phosphatidyl choline. The nutritional supplements cetyl myristoleate and SAMe are also highly beneficial, as it the Meyers Cocktail, which must be administered by a trained health care practitioner.

3. Herbal remedies for fibromyalgia include cayenne and chamomile. An herbal combination of tinctures of black cohosh, celery, dandelion, devil`s claw, Echinacea, and licorice in equal parts, can also be helpful.

4. Homeopathic remedies for fibromyalgia include Arnica, Bryonia, and Rhus. Tox.

5. Various bodywork therapies, such as Massage, Acupressure, Bowen Therapy, Feldenkrais, myotherapy, Rolfing, Shiatsu, Therapeutic Touch, and Trigger Point Therapy, can provide significant relief of fibromyalgia pain and speed healing.

6. Mind/body medicine therapies such as biofeedback, guided imagery and visualization, hypnotherapy, and meditation, can help relieve chronic stress, thereby soothing muscle tension and reducing pain

7. Be sure to do a colon and liver cleanse to clean out the toxins in the colon and the blood. Most important step is cleansing and detoxifying the body.

“Benjamin Franklin - "The best of all medicines are rest and fasting

Best of health to you

Answer 8

No one knows how long it will take. It is a mystery, that no one can for see, so you just have to wait...