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Celeste Cooper

Celeste Cooper

Rheumatology

Bio:

Celeste Cooper is the author of Integrative Therapies for Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Myofascial Pain: The Mind-Body Connection, (co-author, Jeff Miller, PhD)  

She is a retired advanced trained registered nurse.  She cared  and mentored others, and practiced as a clinical educator who wrote and implemented continuing education programs. 


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Credentials:

Education

  • Legal Nurse Consultant, Kaplan University
  • BSN, Webster University

Board Certifications

  • Emergency Nursing, Board of Certified Emergency Nursing, 1993 - 2003
  • Author Nursing CEUs, Missouri State Board of Nursing, 1993-1997

Answers (248)

What is fibro fog?

Problems with thinking and memory when you have fibromyalgia is called “fibro fog.”

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How is my fibromyalgia affecting my thinking?

Problems with thinking and memory when you have fibromyalgia are called “fibro

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What factors make fibromyalgia worse?

It is now believed that fibromyalgia tender points may have been myofascial trigger points all... More >

Can fibromyalgia cause prolonged muscle spasms?

It is now believed that fibromyalgia tender points may have been myofascial trigger points all

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Can fibromyalgia affect my memory?

The cognitive disturbance, inability to remember or stay focused is a common characteristic of

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Is there any sexual activity that's off limits with fibromyalgia?

My first inclination is to tell you, yes, anything that hurts. Pain is a signal that something is... More >

What are the physical effects of fibromyalgia?

The greatest physical effect of fibromyalgia is the presence of myofascial trigger points. They

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Is fibromyalgia curable?

Fibromyalgia is not curable because we don't know the exact cause. Though many studies show us

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Is fibromyalgia an autoimmune condition?

Whether fibromyalgia is an autoimmune condition has not been proven in the science. However a

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Who can take Lyrica for fibromyalgia pain?

Meloxicam is in a class of drugs called nonsterodial anti-inflammatories

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Do sleep disorders cause fibromyalgia?

There has been debate in the past as to whether disordered sleep was a cause of FM. Generally

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Should I take meloxicam for fibromyalgia pain?

Meloxicam is in a class of drugs called nonsterodial anti-inflammatories

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Can children develop fibromyalgia?

My biggest concern is that fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis

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How does Cymbalta treat fibromyalgia?

I will let the pharmacist answer this question as to the pharmalogical effects.

However, as a

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Can fibromyalgia cause weight gain?

The sedentary lifestyle that often accompanies FM can cause weight gain. It is important, unless

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Is fibromyalgia considered a disability?

To date fibromyalgia is not a qualifying disability in the “Listing of Impairments”

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How does fibromyalgia differ from arthritis?

Arthritis is an inflammatory condition that mainly affects joints.

Fibromyalgia is NOT an

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Is fibromyalgia a progressive disease?

Fibromyalgia is not a progressive illness, however, the presence of untreated myofascial trigger

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How do I manage my fibromyalgia pain?

Management of fibromyalgia includes identifying aggravating and perpetuating factors.

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How do I accept my fibromyalgia?

Acceptance is the first step to managing fibromyalgia, but it is hard to do. You are grieving

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Can mental trauma cause fibromyalgia?

"Often identified as triggers are virus, trauma (accidental or surgical), chemical exposure,

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Does insurance cover fibromyalgia medications?

You shouldl check with your insurance company to see if they cover prescriptions prescribed to

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How many people have fibromyalgia?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 2 percent of

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Would a hot tub help fibromyalgia pain?

Warm water therapy has proven beneficial for FM pain. A hot tub helps relax muscles and the

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Does Social Security Disability cover fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is not listed in the Social Security Administration Blue Book, "Listings of... More >