Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a rheumatic condition characterized by pain throughout the body. Women are diagnosed with it far more often than men, and much about the disease remains unknown. Use this Web guide to learn more about fibromyalgia, including how it’s diagnosed and treated. You’ll also find resources on how to cope and where to find support.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhat is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a syndrome characterized by pain and fatigue, symptoms present in many other conditions. For that reason, being diagnosed with the syndrome can be a difficult, frustrating task for someone who is suffering. In this section, learn what the disease is, how it’s diagnosed and its causes.
Dulcinea's Insight
- Fibromyalgia is abbreviated online as FM, and many Web sites that discuss it also talk about a similar condition known as chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis, which is abbreviated as CFS ME.
- Though fibromyalgia can be a painful and sometimes debilitating condition to endure, it is not life-threatening or progressive, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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For an overview of fibromyalgia ...
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
in Pennsylvania has a brief overview of fibromyalgia that explains what it is, its triggers and its symptoms.
MedlinePlus
, part of the National Library of Medicine, has an interactive tutorial that provides an overview of fibromyalgia. The tutorial is also summarized in a PDF document.
For fibromyalgia in children …
Children’s Hospital Boston
describes fibromyalgia and lists the symptoms commonly found in kids. The page also discusses diagnosis and treatment.
For causes and diagnosis …
The American College of Rheumatology
explains how fibromyalgia is diagnosed. A diagram of the body shows the tender points that doctors use in their assessments.
Treating Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia isn’t fatal but it can’t be cured. Doctors often manage the chronic ... read more »
Fibromyalgia Support
Although fibromyalgia can seem like an isolating condition, it’s easy to connect with others ... read more »
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