What is Stress 

Fibromyalgia Symptoms of Stress are caused by the way your mind and body react to tension and pressure. Patients fighting fibromyalgia stress are particularly prone to stress, because of the added burdens imposed by their condition.

It is important for you to control and manage your stress to maintain a good quality of life.  If you are fighting fibromyalgia symptoms of stress be sure to look into our comprehensive treatment and management options in the following pages.  The treatment remedies involve a combination of rest, relaxation, self care tips; natural supplements and gentle exercise programs.  We are here to help YOU, help yourself!

Showing the physical signs does not mean you are a weak or inferior person, it simply means your body is giving you a warning signal that you are taking on too much.  In today’s modern, fast-paced world, it is not surprising that you would have stress, such as anxiety.  You may feel pressure to make more money to pay your bills or care for your family.  You may show many physical, emotional, mental, or even an occasional anti-social sign of stress  because you are trying to cope with juggling a career, family, and an education to keep up with your health changes.

If you have  physical  stress, such as poor concentration, you may feel tempted to self-medicate by eating junk food.  Patients FIGHTING FIBROMYALGIA may show the signs of physical stress and fatigue may turn to a diet of caffeine or sugar to lift their spirits and give them energy.  This is counter-productive.  When the physical symptoms of stress are evident, it is helpful to follow a healthy diet, drink plenty of water and develop an exercise plan such as stretching.   In addition, we recommend the use of stress-HELP  products to supplement a healthy diet.  Stress-HELP is a natural alternative medication that is exceptionally effective in providing nutritional requirements which aid the body during periods of stress, tension, anxiety, minor phobic reactions, and for generalized patterns of anxious discomfort.  

What Are Common  Fibromyalgia Symptoms of Stress?
Common physical signs of stress include: skin problems, poor concentration, sleep deprivation, mood swings, low self esteem, exhaustion, poor memory, changes in appetite, muscle tension, sleep disorders - insomnia, sweaty palms, indigestion, sleeping too much, chronic fatigue, diarrhea, tight stomach pain, heart pounding, holding breath, skin breaks out, cold hands, shortness of breath, headaches, and nausea, to name a few.

It is important to check with a health care professional if you notice any new symptoms.  Often you will find that your physical symptoms, such as muscle or nerve pain, are exacerbated by emotional stress.  In addition to a physical symptom of stress, you may also exhibit a mental stress symptom such as fuzzy perception or depression.  Some people say they can’t concentrate or forget things due to stress.  A major mental symptom of stress is negative self-talk.  A less obvious mental stress symptom is being disorganized or unkept. 

Emotional Stress Symptom
Another type of stress is an emotional stress symptom, differing from a physical stress symptom and a mental stress symptom.  Emotional stress symptoms include:  irritability, nervousness, moodiness, hostility, depression, anxiety, seriousness, poor and irrational judgment, and mistakes during easy computation.  One of the best remedies for an emotional stress symptom is to refresh yourself with a decent meal or nap. 

Anti-Social Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Stress