Fibromyalgia is a chronic (long-lasting) disorder that causes pain and tenderness throughout the body, as well as fatigue and trouble sleeping. Scientists do not fully understand what causes it, but people with the disorder have a heightened sensitivity to pain.
Widespread muscle pain and tenderness.
Fibromyalgia is often accompanied by fatigue and altered sleep, memory, and mood.
Widespread muscle pain and tenderness are the most common symptoms.
Medications, talk therapy, and stress reduction may help control symptoms.
Pain areas: in the muscles, abdomen, back, or neck
Pain types: can be chronic, diffuse, sharp, or severe
Pain circumstances: can occur at night
Gastrointestinal: constipation, nausea, or passing excessive amounts of gas
Whole body: fatigue, feeling tired, or malaise
Muscular: muscle tenderness, delayed onset muscle soreness, or muscle spasms
Mood: anxiety, mood swings, or nervousness
Sleep: difficulty falling asleep or sleep disturbances
Sensory: pins and needles or sensitivity to pain
Cognitive: forgetfulness or lack of concentration
Hand: sensation of coldness or tingling
Also common: depression, flare, headache, irritability, joint stiffness, painful menstruation, sensitivity to cold, or tingling feet
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