Article updated and reviewed by Ariel D. Teitel, MD, MBA, Chief, Division of Rheumatology, St. Vincent’s Hospital, Manhattan on May 16, 2005.
Fibromyalgia may occur alone or in conjunction with...
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Recently I wrote about the anti-seizure medication, Topamax, for chronic headache pain. Today, I would like to discuss another medication... Read more »
Recently I wrote about the anti-seizure medication, Topamax, for chronic headache pain. Today, I would like to discuss another medication... Read more »
The pain of fibromyalgia can be difficult to get under control. For most of us it takes a combination of medication, gentle exercise,... Read more »
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Prevention There is no way to prevent fibromyalgia. Treatment To relieve the pain of fibromyalgia, your doctor may prescribe acetaminophen (Tylenol... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Fibromyositis; Fibrositis Treatment The goal of treatment is to help relieve pain and other symptoms, and to help a person cope with the... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Many studies have shown that exercise is the most effective component in managing fibromyalgia, and patients must expect to take part in a long-term... Read more »
Since there is no known cure for fibromyalgia (FM), treatment efforts are directed at relieving symptoms and improving quality of life. A... Read more »