Living with Fibromyalgia and Multiple Sclerosis
Living with either fibromyalgia or multiple sclerosis can be exhausting. Body pain is a symptom of both diseases. This is why treatments are centered on reducing the effects of the symptoms like pain. Changes in lifestyle are also helpful. Nutritious food and light exercises are beneficial.
Fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis are life threatening conditions with no permanent cure. They are caused by two different things and they share some symptoms. Multiple sclerosis affects the central nervous system while fibromyalgia has no effect on it. The symptoms can however be managed with the use of drugs and therapies. It is important that you talk to your doctor so you can draw out a treatment plan that can help manage your condition.
References;
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myelin
[2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_nervous_system
[3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saltatory_conduction
[4] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168
[5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerebrospinal_fluid
[6] https://www.spine-health.com/treatment/pain-medication/muscle-relaxants