Jennifer Schnellmann

Understanding and Conquering Fibromyalgia Jennifer Schnellmann

Dr Jennifer G. Schnellmann, Associate Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina has published a comprehensive book on fibromyalgia for non-medical and non-science professionals, an increasingly studied and diagnosed condition of persistent pain, fatigue, and non-restorative sleep, among other discomforts. The book targets anyone who has fibromyalgia, anyone who suspects he/she may have fibromyalgia, or who supports an individual who has fibromyalgia. First, the author describes what fibromyalgia is, how it is diagnosed, and other symptoms or disorders often confused with fibromyalgia. Then, the author describes the only three drug therapies approved in the US for fibromyalgia, including those drugs used off-label for this condition. Non-drug treatments are discussed in great detail, providing the reader with additional treatment options. Next, the book offers the most current advice to parents about juvenile fibromyalgia, which occurs in children younger than 17 years-of-age. This chapter is followed by sensitive and sound information for people who support others who have fibromyalgia and touches on the real aspects of workplace disability in those who experience fibromyalgia. The final chapter of the book describes the author's almost 30-year battle with fibromyalgia, detailing humorous stories along with practical information that anyone with fibromyalgia can try.