fibromyalgia

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What is fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a common condition characterized by long-term, body-wide pain and tender points in joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. Fibromyalgia has also been linked to fatigue, morning stiffness, sleep problems, headaches, numbness in hands and feet, depression, and anxiety.

Fibromyalgia can develop on its own or along with other musculoskeletal conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.

Alternative Names:

Fibromyositis; Fibrositis

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We're pleased to announce that Prof. Garth Nicolson, founder of the Institute for Molecular...
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Friday


by mrsozzy, Oct 16, 2009 12:00AM
Today is the fourth day in a row that I have had terrible diarrhea. Diet changes to B...

Another Dr. appointment


by dksart, Oct 05, 2009 12:00AM
I officially have Celiac, Fibromyalgia, Polyarthritis, Muscle Wasting, EBV, CFIDS, and...

From Fatigued to Fabulous! A Special Interview with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum


by Steven Y Park, MD, Sep 13, 2009 09:16PM - 14 Comments
Please join me on Tuesday, September 15th at 8PM Eastern when I'll interview Dr. Jacob...

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