Fibromyalgia Information - Fibromyalgia Syndrome Information

Fibromyalgia is difficult to diagnose. Combinations of symptoms can occur which overlap with other autoimmune diseases. There are symptoms which are considered "defining" of fibromyalgia. There are also symptoms considered "non-defining" but they often occur as part of fibromyalgia syndrome. Take our Fibromyalgia Screening Quiz.

Fibromyalgia is often regarded as a medical enigma. Symptoms of fibromyalgia syndrome can overlap with other conditions making it difficult to diagnose. How much do you know about fibromyalgia? Take this quiz.

Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by body aches, pain, sleep problems, extreme fatigue, depression and anxiety, in combination with tenderness of specific areas (muscles and tender points) on the body. Learn more about fibromyalgia by signing up for our free newsletter e-course.

The symptoms of fibromyalgia can overlap with autoimmune diseases and other musculoskeletal conditions making it difficult to diagnose. Everyone knows the syndrome involves muscle pain and tender points. It's much more complex however.

Fibromyalgia can be difficult to treat. Fibromyalgia treatment often requires a team approach, with your doctor, a physical therapist, possibly other health professionals, and most importantly, yourself, all playing an active role.

There are no medications approved by the FDA for treating fibromyalgia, although a few such drugs are in development. Doctors treat fibromyalgia with a variety of medications developed and approved for other purposes.

An in-depth report on the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia is a common condition characterized by widespread pain in joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. Other problems can include fatigue, morning stiffness, sleep problems, headache, numbness, depression and anxiety. It can develop on its own, or secondary to other arthritic conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, or systemic lupus.

A brief explanation and fast facts about tender points.

It has been suggested that joint hypermobility (JH) may be associated with the pathology of fibromyalgia (FM).

Description, cause, diagnosis, treatment, and health impact of fibromyalgia, from The American College of Rheumatology.