Fibromyalgia is a common syndrome in which a person has long-term, body-wide pain and tenderness in the joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues.
Fibromyalgia has also been linked to fatigue, sleep problems, headaches, depression, and anxiety.
Fibromyositis; Fibrositis
The cause is unknown. Possible causes or triggers of fibromyalgia include:
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Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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