Fibromyalgia Flashcards
1
Q
Define fibromyalgia
A
A chronic pain disorder with an unknown cause.
2
Q
Explain the aetiology/risk factors of fibromyalgia
A
UKNOWN aetiology
Thought to be something to do with altered pain perception
3
Q
Summarise the epidemiology of fibromyalgia
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COMMON
10 x more common in WOMEN
Usual age of presentation: 20-50 yrs
4
Q
Recognise the presenting symptoms and signs of
fibromyalgia
A
Pain at multiple sites (MAIN SYMPTOM) Fatigue Sleep disturbance Morning stiffness Paraesthesia Feeling of swollen joints Problems with cognition Headaches Light headedness Anxiety Depression
5
Q
Identify appropriate investigations for fibromyalgia
A
CLINICAL diagnosis
Key features of fibromyalgia:
Widespread pain involving both sides of the body, above and below the waist for at least 3 months
Presence of 11 tender points among the 9 pairs of specific sites
