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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia

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A condition that affects the muscles and soft tissue of the body, causing widespread muscle pain and tenderness.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

42 years experience

Is a type of:

Muscle disorders

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common
Toddler
3-5
Preteen
6-13
Teenager
14-18
Common
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

How it can usually be treated?

Incurable but treatment can help

How is it usually diagnosed?

Requires diagnosis by a medical professional

Symptoms

Headache
Mood changes
Trouble sleeping
Fatigue
Unrefreshing sleep
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Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Fibromyalgia
Duloxetine
3
1 review
Milnacipran
2
1 review
Pregabalin
1
1 review
Tricyclic antidepressant
Savella
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Other treatments

Exercise program
Behavior therapy
Counseling

Tests

Creatine kinase
Vitamin D panel
ANA
Rheumatoid factor
Complete blood count
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Risk factors

Personal

Asbestos exposure

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