Heightened pain response means that ordinary touch and non-noxious stimuli can feel like pain. Most doctors are unaware of the definitions of Fibromyalgia accepted by both the American College of Rheumatology and the World Health Organization since 1990. The United States Supreme Court has ruled, however, that one cannot say someone does not have this condition just because it does not have a definitive test. A good doctor is one who will give you time, listen, and be willing to try things. FM, doctors get frustrated.
Many doctors feel uncomfortable and intolerant of ambiguity.
There is not a specific one-shot cure or set of effective medicines. What works for one patient may not work for another. Patients often turn to complementary and alternative therapies for help. Through accurate national media coverage, more funding for research, and responsible government use of research funds we will know more about Fibromyalgia treatment and cures. Be your own advocate and participate in eforts to raise public and political awareness and understanding of Fibromyalgia.