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Fibromyalgia: When fatigue becomes as disabling as pain

Fibromyalgia: When fatigue becomes as disabling as pain

Jan 12, 2026

Fibromyalgia is often associated with the widespread pain it causes, but another symptom, just as overwhelming, deeply shapes daily life for those affected: chronic fatigue. A persistent, intense,...

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Fibromyalgia: When fatigue becomes as disabling as pain

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia: When fatigue becomes as disabling as pain

Jan 12, 2026

What is fibromyalgia?Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread pain throughout the body, heightened sensitivity to pain, and significant variability in symptoms from one person...

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Dopamine: What role does it play in motivation, mood, and daily life?

Dopamine: What role does it play in motivation, mood, and daily life?

Jan 10, 2026

What is dopamine?Dopamine is a neurotransmitter, a chemical messenger that allows nerve cells to communicate. It is produced in specific areas of the brain and released in response to signals related...

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Skin burning after corticosteroids: how to recognize and relieve this little-known syndrome?

Skin burning after corticosteroids: how to recognize and relieve this little-known syndrome?

Jan 9, 2026

What is red skin syndrome? DefinitionRed skin syndrome, also known as red burning skin syndrome, steroid dermatitis, topical steroid rebound phenomena (TSRP), and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW), is...

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Sleeping pills: A quick fix or a long-term risk for your sleep?

Sleeping pills: A quick fix or a long-term risk for your sleep?

Jan 2, 2026

Why do people use sleeping pills?Insomnia: a common and often underestimated conditionInsomnia affects millions of people and has a significant impact on quality of life. Difficulty falling asleep,...

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Thank you for being here. Together, we move forward into 2026.

Thank you for being here. Together, we move forward into 2026.

Jan 1, 2026

Dear Carenity members,As 2025 comes to an end, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to you for the year ahead. May 2026 bring you health, peace of mind, and meaningful moments shared with those...

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Hyperalgesia and fibromyalgia: when the pain becomes too intense

Fibromyalgia

Hyperalgesia and fibromyalgia: when the pain becomes too intense

Dec 29, 2025

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, intense fatigue and unusual sensitivity to pain, or hyperalgesia.What is hyperalgesia? Medical explanation Hyperalgesia means an...

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Sleeping well naturally: What you can do to increase your melatonin levels

Sleeping well naturally: What you can do to increase your melatonin levels

Dec 27, 2025

What is melatonin, and why is it so important for sleep?Melatonin is mainly produced in the pineal gland in the brain, especially when it gets dark. It acts as the body’s “night signal”: when...

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Lupus and gut microbiota: what is the link?

Lupus

Lupus and gut microbiota: what is the link?

Dec 22, 2025

Understanding lupus What is lupus? Lupus, or systemic lupus erythematosus, is a chronic disease in which the immune system attacks the body's tissues and organs. It can affect the skin, joints,...

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Sleep apnea and memory: What happens when your sleep keeps getting interrupted?

Sleep apnea

Sleep apnea and memory: What happens when your sleep keeps getting interrupted?

Dec 19, 2025 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

What is sleep apnea, in simple terms?Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The most common form is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), caused by a...

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Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): Can it be a kinder way to cope with anxiety, depression and chronic pain?

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): Can it be a kinder way to cope with anxiety, depression and chronic pain?

Dec 19, 2025 • 4 Likes

What is acceptance and commitment therapy?Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a form of psychotherapy that teaches a skill called psychological flexibility. This simply means learning to...

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Serotonin: What it does, why it matters, and how to boost it naturally

Serotonin: What it does, why it matters, and how to boost it naturally

Dec 13, 2025 • 2 Likes • 1 comment

What is serotonin?Serotonin is often described as the “happiness hormone”, because it plays a major role in regulating mood and emotions. But this simple nickname does not reflect the full picture....

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Psoriatic arthritis: Can biomarkers help predict flare-ups?

Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis: Can biomarkers help predict flare-ups?

Dec 12, 2025

What is psoriatic arthritis?Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an inflammatory condition that can affect anyone living with psoriasis. It often shows up as joint pain, swelling, morning stiffness, or...

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