Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia
Other namesFibromyalgia syndrome
Pronunciation
SpecialtyRheumatology, neurology[2]
SymptomsWidespread pain, feeling tired, sleep problems[3][4]
Usual onsetEarly-Middle age[5]
DurationLong term[3]
CausesUncertain[4][5]
Diagnostic methodBased on symptoms after ruling out other potential causes[4][5]
Differential diagnosisAnemia, autoimmune disorders (such as ankylosing spondylitis, polymyalgia rheumatica, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, or multiple sclerosis), Lyme disease, osteoarthritis, thyroid disease[6][7]
TreatmentSufficient sleep and exercise[5]
MedicationDuloxetine, milnacipran, pregabalin, gabapentin[5][8]
PrognosisNormal life expectancy[5]
Frequency2%[4]

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a medical syndrome that causes chronic widespread pain, accompanied by fatigue, awakening unrefreshed, and cognitive symptoms. Other symptoms can include headaches, lower abdominal pain or cramps, and depression.[9] People with fibromyalgia can also experience insomnia[10] and general hypersensitivity.[11][12] The causes of fibromyalgia are unknown, with several pathophysiologies proposed.

Fibromyalgia was first defined in 1990, with updated criteria in 2011,[4] 2016,[9] and 2019.[12] Fibromyalgia is estimated to affect 2 to 4% of the population.[13] Women are affected more than men.[4][13] Rates appear similar across areas of the world and among varied cultures.[4]

Symptoms of fibromyalgia are persistent in nearly all patients.[14]

The treatment of fibromyalgia is symptomatic[15] and multidisciplinary.[16] The European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology strongly recommends aerobic and strengthening exercise.[16] Weak recommendations are given for mindfulness, psychotherapy, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, and meditative exercise such as qigong, yoga, and tai chi.[16] The use of medication in the treatment of fibromyalgia is debated,[16][14] although antidepressants can improve quality of life.[17] Other medications commonly considered helpful in managing fibromyalgia include serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and muscle relaxants.[18] Q10 coenzyme and vitamin D supplements may reduce pain and improve quality of life.[19]

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  13. ^ a b Fitzcharles MA, Cohen SP, Clauw DJ, Littlejohn G, Usui C, Häuser W (May 2021). "Nociplastic pain: towards an understanding of prevalent pain conditions". Lancet. 397 (10289): 2098–2110. doi:10.1016/s0140-6736(21)00392-5. PMID 34062144.
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  18. ^ Kia S, Choy E (May 2017). "Update on Treatment Guideline in Fibromyalgia Syndrome with Focus on Pharmacology". Biomedicines. 5 (2): 20. doi:10.3390/biomedicines5020020. PMC 5489806. PMID 28536363.
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