Fibromyalgia



The following points help make diagnosis:

-Women
-Chronic, widespread body pain
-Fatigue, stiffness, and unrefreshing sleep.
->11 of 18 defined tender points are tender on palpation.

Treatment of choice is patient education, graded exercise, and behavioral therapy.
Tricyclic antidepressants may be helpful.

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