fibromyalgia Flashcards
1
Q
what is it?
A
chronic pain not associated with inflammation
2
Q
what are the features?
A
widespread muscle pain and fatigue
disturbed sleep
cognitive difficulties
3
Q
who does it affect?
A
females > males
4
Q
what is it associated with?
A
depression
IBS
migraines
5
Q
how it is diagnosed?
A
clinically
6
Q
what do you need to rule out before diagnosing?
A
hypothyroidism
RA
SLE
polymyalgia rheumatica
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Q
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