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Fibromyalgia And Skin Problems
- Fibromyalgia - Introduction
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Introduction
Fibromyalgia is a syndrome of unknown causes that results in lasting, sometimes debilitating, muscle pain and fatigue. Fibromyalgia is also known as fibrositis or fibromyositis.
General Description of Fibromyalgia Symptoms
Pain. The primary symptom of fibromyalgia is pain. The pain can be in one place or all over the body. The exact locations of the pain are called tender points. Fibromyalgia pain is often described as:
- Tender point pain that occurs in local areas, usually in the neck...
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Neurologic problems common with fibromyalgia
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Fibromyalgia: Diagnosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Fibromyalgia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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What is Fibromyalgia?
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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