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Members overwhelmingly confirmed that fibromyalgia tender points hurt constantly, even without being touched, with many describing sharp,... Read more

Members overwhelmingly confirmed that fibromyalgia tender points hurt constantly, even without being touched, with many describing sharp, random pains that can make them yelp and an overall feeling of hurting everywhere all the time. Several members shared relatable moments of extreme sensitivity, like screaming when a small pet stepped on a tender spot or feeling intense pain from the lightest brush against elbows or knees. A recurring theme was that tender points can be unpredictable, with some staying constant while others move around the body, and that experiencing pain beyond the standard 18 diagnostic points, including unusual areas like around the eyes or sides of the feet, is completely normal.