Fibromyalgia Flashcards
1
Q
What is fibromyalgia
A
Chronic widespread pain not otherwise explained, fatigue, multiple tender points
2
Q
What are the criteria for fibromyalgia
A
Widespread pain for >3 mo
11 of 18 tender points when palapted with enough pressure to partially blanch upper nail bed
3
Q
What is the fibromyalgia cycle
A
pain-muscle tension-daily stress-limited activity-fatigue-depression-muscle stiffness-pain
4
Q
What are the factors you need to approach to tx fibromyalgia
A
sleep disturbances
mood disturbances
relaxation techniques
aerobic exercises/strength training
5
Q
Pharm tx for fibromyalgia
A
antidepressants, antiepileptic pain relievers muscle relaxants sedative hypnotics dopamine agonists
