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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
May need to see a mental health professional (in addition to your primary care provider or a cardiologist) to sort it out.How Chest Pain in Fibromyalgia Is TreatedOnce other problems — including heart issues — have been ruled out, treating chest pain in someone with fibromyalgia comes down to addressing the underlying fibromyalgia, says Dr. Feinberg.MedicationsA wide variety of drugs may be used to treat fibromyalgia. Some, like pregabalin (Lyrica, an anti-convulsant) and duloxetine (Cymbalta, an antidepressant), are specifically FDA-approved to treat fibromyalgia, but other drugs such as muscle relaxers and NSAIDs are often used “off-label.” If you’re having chest pain or other symptoms, talk to your doctor about tweaking your current regimen. Read more here about fibro treatment options.ExerciseThough it may sound counterintuitive to get moving when you are in pain, gentle exercise like walking or swimming should gradually help ease your symptoms over time. Yoga and tai chi may also be good options. If you need help putting together a routine, ask your doctor to recommend a physical therapist.Cognitive behavioral therapyThis type of talk therapy has been proven to help fibromyalgia patients and others with chronic pain cope better with the discomfort. It can also help by teaching you to manage stress more effectively.Sleep hygiene Fatigue and insomnia are major problems for most people with fibromyalgia, and lack of sleep can make pain worse. Your doctor might prescribe medication to help you sleep, but you should also practice good sleep hygiene habits: That includes waking up and going
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