They may become extremely depressed and begin to lose interest in life altogether. Fibromyalgia does not usually respond to anti-inflammatory medications. Initially there may be a positive effect but often this initial response subsides. Low doses of anti-depressants are often administered in an attempt to modify sleep patterns and serotin uptake. Analgesics likewise often become ineffective once the body has become accustomed to them.
Doctors are sometimes reluctant to prescribe narcotic analgesics due to the possiblity of addiction.
Various herbal remedies are found to have some positive effects by some Fibro patients as are various vitamin and mineral supplement preparations. Exercise Programs are effective for some FMSers while it exacerbates the pain for others. Swimming is helpful for some people. Warm Baths are sometimes comforting especially if sea salt or epsom salts are added to the water. Heating Pads are helpful - either regular pads or moist heat.