Fibromyalgia Flashcards
1
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Fibromyalgia Definition
A
Chronic pain
Fatigue
Precipitated by unrefreshing sleep
2
Q
Fibromyalgia Epidemiology
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2-5%
Females
Middle age
Stressful life event
3
Q
Fibromyalgia Clinical features
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Commonest cause of multiple regional pain -diffuse and poorly localised -unresponsive to analgesia -disproportionate disability Stiff Swelling Paraesthesia Fatigue Poor concentration
4
Q
Fibromyalgia Associated conditions
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Tension headache IBS Anxiety and depression Facial pain Urethral syndrome
5
Q
Fibromyalgia Investigations
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TFT's ANF FBC ESR Ca CK
6
Q
Fibromyalgia Management
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Acknowledge symptoms and explain Education Treat pain generators Amitriptyline at night CBT/pain management Physiotherapy Aerobic exercise
