Fibromyalgia Flashcards
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Q
What is fibromyalgia?
A
Chronic pain syndrome characterised by widespread body pain for at least 3 months and tender sites (11)
2
Q
Symptoms of fibromyalgia
A
Chronic pain Diffuse tenderness Sleep disturbance Mood disturbance Fatigue
3
Q
Risk factors for fibromyalgia
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FHx fibromyalgia
rheumatoid conditions
female
age 20-60
4
Q
Investigations for fibromyalgia
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Clinical diagnosis
5
Q
Treatment of fibromyalgia
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TCAs
SNRIs
