fibro
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- noun
- /ˈfaɪbroʊ/
- Jargon
- I've been suffering with fibro for 12 years.
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I was just diagnosed with Fibro about 6 months ago.
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Had to reschedule, as I'm having a wicked fibro flare.
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I have had a very severe case of fibro for at least 5 years.
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No one at work knew I had fibro, not even my GP.
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I was only diagnosed with fibro two weeks ago, and am now on Savella.
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I'm just now understanding that I've been living with fibro for many years.
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Sending strength and gentle fibro hugs, yes it can get better!
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My fibro got worse in 2004 after undergoing two surgeries not related to fibro.
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I know how intimidating this process can be, whether it's your first winter living with fibro or your fortieth.
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After years of struggling with fibro, I finally learned how to manage my symptoms.
Synonyms
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A long-term condition that causes pain in many muscles, extreme tiredness, and parts that hurt when touched
Surface Forms
Etymology
Fibro as the name for fibromyalgia is a short form of fibromyalgia, where fibro- means 'fiber' and the illness affects muscles and soft tissue. So many people use fibro informally to talk about the condition that causes widespread muscle pain and tiredness.