A chronic disorder of unknown etiology characterized by pain, stiffness, and tenderness in the muscles of neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms, and legs. Other signs and symptoms include headaches, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and painful menstruation.

A common nonarticular rheumatic syndrome characterized by myalgia and multiple points of focal muscle tenderness to palpation (trigger points). Muscle pain is typically aggravated by inactivity or exposure to cold. This condition is often associated with general symptoms, such as sleep disturbances, fatigue, stiffness, HEADACHES, and occasionally DEPRESSION. There is significant overlap between fibromyalgia and the chronic fatigue syndrome (FATIGUE SYNDROME, CHRONIC). Fibromyalgia may arise as a primary or secondary disease process. It is most frequent in females aged 20 to 50 years. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1494-95)

A condition causing pain and tender spots throughout the body.

An acute, subacute, or chronic painful state of muscles, subcutaneous tissues, ligaments, tendons, or fasciae caused by a number of agents such as trauma, strain, occupation, exposure, posture, infection, or arthritis.

Chronic, diffuse, non-inflammatory musculoskeletal pain disorder with characteristic tender points of neck, back, shoulders, hips, arms and legs, and associated with fatigue and sleep disturbance. Other symptoms may include headaches, abdominal discomfort, and depression/anxiety. It may also be associated with a primary rheumatic disorder.

Fibromyalgia is chronic (long-lasting) condition that causes pain all over the body, fatigue, and other symptoms. There is no cure, but treatments can help with the symptoms. The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. Studies of the brains of people with fibromyalgia found that they seem to process pain differently than people who don't have it. They may feel pain when others do not, and they may also have a more severe reaction to pain. Fibromyalgia can run in families, so genetics may also play a role. Other factors may also be involved, such as having certain diseases that cause pain. Anyone can get fibromyalgia, but it is more common in: Women; they are twice as likely to have fibromyalgia; Middle-aged people; your chance of having it increases as you get older; People with certain diseases, such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis or ankylosing spondylitis; People who have a family member with fibromyalgia. The main symptoms of fibromyalgia are: Chronic (long-lasting) pain and stiffness all over the body. People often describe it as aching, burning, or throbbing.; Fatigue and tiredness.; Trouble sleeping. Other symptoms may include: Problems with thinking, memory, and concentration (sometimes called "fibro fog"); Muscle and joint stiffness; Numbness or tingling in the arms and legs; Sensitivity to light, noise, odors, and temperature. People who have fibromyalgia are also more likely to have certain diseases, including: Anxiety; Depression; Headaches, including migraines; Irritable bowel syndrome; Pain in the face or jaw, including disorders of the jaw know as temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ). Fibromyalgia can be hard to diagnose. It sometimes takes visits to several different health care providers to get a diagnosis. One problem is that there isn't a specific test for it. And the main symptoms, pain and fatigue, are common in many other conditions. Providers have to rule out other causes of the symptoms before making a diagnosis of fibromyalgia. This is called making a differential diagnosis. To find out if you have fibromyalgia, your provider: Will take your medical history, including asking detailed questions about your symptoms; Will do a physical exam; May order x-rays and blood tests to rule out other conditions. Not all providers are familiar with fibromyalgia and its treatment. You should see a provider or team of providers who specialize in the treatment of fibromyalgia. There is no cure for fibromyalgia, so treatment focuses on relieving the symptoms. Providers usually use a combination of treatments, including medicines, lifestyle changes, talk therapy, and complementary therapies: Medicines Certain antidepressants and anti-seizure medicines, which may help with pain or sleep problems.; Pain relievers. Lifestyle changes Getting enough sleep.; Getting regular physical activity. If you have not already been active, start slowly and gradually increase how much activity you get. You may want to see a physical therapist, who can help you create a plan that is right for you.; Learning how to manage stress.; Learning to pace yourself. If you do too much, it can make your symptoms worse. So you need to learn to balance being...

(fibromyositis) Inflammation and fibrous degeneration of a muscle.

Fibromyalgia is a common, incompletely understood nonarticular disorder characterized by generalized aching (sometimes severe); widespread tenderness of muscles, areas around tendon insertions, and adjacent soft tissues; muscle stiffness; fatigue; mental cloudiness; poor sleep; and a variety of other somatic symptoms. Diagnosis is...

Fibromyalgia is currently understood to be a disorder of central pain processing or a syndrome of central sensitivity. Clauw describes the syndrome as a diffuse problem of sensory �volume control� such that patients have a lower threshold of pain and of other stimuli, such as heat, noise, and strong odors.

Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain and spinal cord process painful and nonpainful signals.

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome diagnosed by the presence of widespread body pain (front and back, right and left, both sides of the diaphragm) for at least 3 months in addition to tenderness (digital palpation at an approximate force of 4 kg) of at least 11 out of 18 designated tender point sites as defined by the American...

Fibromyalgia, chronic syndrome that is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, often at multiple anatomical sites, that occurs in the absence of an identifiable physical or physiological cause. Fibromyalgia affects about 2 to 8 percent of individuals worldwide. It is most commonly diagnosed in young...