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Fibromyalgia

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  • What is Fibromyalgia?
    Get an overview of fibromyalgia, a chronic pain illness with symptoms including widespread pain, general fatigue and sleep disturbances.
  • What Causes Fibromyalgia?
    Many researchers now believe that fibromyalgia is caused by genetic predisposition in combination with physical or emotional trauma.

Facts on Fibromyalgia

  • Fibromyalgia Diagnosis
    Learn more about the criteria a doctor uses to diagnose fibromyalgia, including identifying pain in certain "tender points" on the body.
  • New FM Diagnostic Criteria
    The new criteria includes common symptoms such as fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive problems, as well as pain.
  • Fibromyalgia Treatment
    A multi-disciplined approach to treating fibromyalgia, including medication and exercise, seems to work best for most patients.
  • Medications Prescribed for Fibromyalgia
    Prescribed medications are a key component of most fibromyalgia treatment plans. Learn about which medications are prescribed and how they work.
  • history of fibromyalgia
    History of Fibromyalgia
    Fibromyalgia is usually thought of as a fairly new illness, however, it may have actually existed for centuries. Read on to find out more about its legitimacy and histor.
  • Fibro Fog
    Find out what Fibro Fog is and how it can affect those who live with it. Join in on the discussion and discover potential solutions to this cognitive problem. 
  • The Difference Between Tender Points and Trigger Points
    Learn what the difference is between tender points and trigger points. 
  • Fibromyalgia Myth Busting
    A number of myths about fibromyalgia are still being repeated today.  It’s time to dispel those myths and clarify the facts.
  • Fibromyalgia or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
    How do you tell whether you have fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, or both?
  • Fibromyalgia Epidemiological Study
    Results from a new survey by the National Fibromyalgia Association shed light on fibromyalgia, who suffers from it, and what treatments seem to work.
  • Fibromyalgia Risk Factors
    Read on to find out about what causes Fibromyalgia, some potential risk factors, and ways to manage your condition. 

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Finding the cause of fibromyalgia

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Fact or Myth?

Fibromyalgia Quiz
Although scientists are beginning to unravel the truths about fibromyalgia, for many years experts knew little about the mysterious disorder. Can you separate the facts from the myths?
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