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 ... read more »
Treating Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia isn’t fatal but it can’t be cured. Doctors often manage the chronic disease with a combination of medications and lifestyle changes. The sites below introduce you to the treatments that are available for fibromyalgia.
Dulcinea's Insight
- Some with fibromyalgia believe that complementary and alternative medicine, such as massage and acupuncture, help their symptoms. To learn more about alternative medicine, see the findingDulcinea Complementary and Alternative Medicine Web Guide.
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For a treatment overview …
The National Fibromyalgia Association
briefly describes the different types of treatments used to manage fibromyalgia’s symptoms.
For fibromyalgia medication …
The American College of Rheumatology
describes the types of medication used to treat fibromyalgia.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration
has an article on “Living with Fibromyalgia,” with a focus on Lyrica and Cymbalta, two drugs approved to treat the condition.
To find a rheumatologist …
The American College of Rheumatology
has a variety of search features that help you find a rheumatologist by name or location. Because some members work in research, be sure to check the “Members providing Patient Care” box to find someone who can treat you.
For clinical trials …
ClinicalTrials.gov
is a clearinghouse operated by the U.S. National Institutes of Health that provides a list of clinical trials currently underway to research fibromyalgia. To learn more about clinical trials, speak to your doctor, and read the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's guide.
Fibromyalgia Support
Although fibromyalgia can seem like an isolating condition, it’s easy to connect with others ... read more »
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