The stress of natural disasters is hard on anyone’s health. Many people can have harsh reactions towards natural disasters, some having diseases flare up. People with fibromyalgia, however, have to take extra precautions to avoid serious flare-ups of the disease during ongoing emergencies. Stress during a natural disaster typically does not increase fibromyalgia pain. General symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (diarrhea, constipation, gas, or alternating problems with all three) and tachycardia (racing heart) are more likely to be the problem than increase fibromyalgia pain. Remember, one of the best therapies for fibromyalgia is regular, gentle, low-impact exercise. Staying possitive and being focused on healing and easing the pain can greatly increase chances of overcoming fibromyalgia symptoms and future flare ups.