Fibromyalgia Flashcards
1
Q
What is the cause of fibromyalgia?
A
Unknown
2
Q
Who is more likely to get Fibromyalgia and by how many times?
A
Women
10 times more likely
3
Q
Between what ages does it usually present?
A
30-50 years
4
Q
What are the features?
A
- Chronic pain
- Lethargy
- Sleep Disturbance
- Headache
- Dizziness
5
Q
How is it diagnosed?
A
Using the American College of Rheumatology classification criteria.
9 pairs of tender points on the body
Tender in 11 of 18 points = Fibromyalgia more likely
6
Q
How should fibromyalgia be managed?
A
- Individually tailored
- Explanation
- Aerobic exercise: has the strongest evidence base
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Medication: pregabalin, duloxetine, amitriptyline
- MDT approach
