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Fibromyalgia is a common condition characterized by long-term, body-wide pain and tender points in joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. Fibromyalgia has also been linked to fatigue,...[read article]

Tests for Fibromyalgia

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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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Medical Procedures for Fibromyalgia

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Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those sufferin...  More
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A therapeutic approach based on the principle that maladaptive moods and behavior can be changed by replacing distorted or inappropriate ways of thinking with thoug...  More
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Injection of Steroid
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Prescribed Medications for Fibromyalgia

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PREGABALIN is used to treat nerve pain from diabetes, shingles, and fibromyalgia. It is also used to control seizures in epilepsy.This medicine may be used for othe...  More
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GABAPENTIN is used to control partial seizures in adults with epilepsy. It is also used to treat certain types of nerve pain.This medicine may be used for other pur...  More
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TOPIRAMATE (toe PYRE a mate) is used to treat seizures in adults or children with epilepsy. It is also used for the prevention of migraine headaches. This medicine ...  More
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NORTRIPTYLINE is used to treat depression.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.  More
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CYCLOBENZAPRINE (sye kloe BEN za preen) is a muscle relaxer. It is used to treat muscle pain, spasms, and stiffness. This medicine may be used for other purposes; a...  More
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AMITRIPTYLINE (a mee TRIP ti leen) is used to treat depression. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you hav...  More
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TIAGABINE is used to control partial seizures in adults and children with epilepsy.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or ph...  More
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DULOXETINE is an antidepressant. It is used to treat depression. It is also used to treat pain caused by complications of diabetes or pain caused by fibromyalgia.Th...  More
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TRAZODONE is used to treat depression.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.  More
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TRAMADOL (TRA ma dole) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain in adults. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care...  More
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ALPRAZOLAM is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat anxiety and panic attacks.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmac...  More
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CLONAZEPAM (kloe NA ze pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat certain types of seizures. It is also used to treat panic disorder. This medicine may be used f...  More
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ASPIRIN (AS pir in) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat mild pain and fever. This medicine is also used as directed by a doctor to prevent and to treat heart at...  More
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IBUPROFEN is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The medicine may be used for dental pain, fever, headaches or migraines, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid art...  More
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NAPROXEN (na PROX en) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is used to reduce swelling and to treat pain. This medicine may be used for dental pain,...  More
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ZOLPIDEM is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to fall asleep and sleep through the night.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health...  More
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BUSPIRONE is used to treat anxiety disorders.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.  More
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CLONIDINE (KLOE ni deen) is used to treat high blood pressure. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have...  More
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TEMAZEPAM is a benzodiazepine. It is used to help you to fall asleep and sleep through the night.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care ...  More
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DOXEPIN is used to treat depression and anxiety.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.  More
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Over the Counter Medications for Fibromyalgia

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ACETAMINOPHEN (a set a MEE noe fen) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat mild pain and fever. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care ...  More
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ASPIRIN (AS pir in) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat mild pain and fever. This medicine is also used as directed by a doctor to prevent and to treat heart at...  More
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IBUPROFEN is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The medicine may be used for dental pain, fever, headaches or migraines, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid art...  More
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NAPROXEN (na PROX en) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is used to reduce swelling and to treat pain. This medicine may be used for dental pain,...  More
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Self Care for Fibromyalgia

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Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. See also: Stress in childhood   More
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Heat treatments are therapeutic applications of superficial or deep-heating agents to areas of the body.  More
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Losing weight with exercise   More
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Exercise is any activity requiring physical exertion done for the sake of health. Activities range from walking and yoga to lifting weights and martial arts .  More
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Herbs and Supplements for Fibromyalgia What's this?

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5-HTP is the precursor of the neurotransmitter serotonin. It is obtained commercially from the seeds of the plant Griffonia simplicifolia . 5-HTP has been suggested...  More
Efficacy Grade B
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SAMe was first discovered in 1953 by a researcher named Cantoni. It is formed in the body from methionine and adenosine triphosphate in a reaction catalyzed by meth...  More
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DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is an endogenous hormone (made in the human body), and secreted by the adrenal gland. DHEA serves as precursor to male and female sex ...  More
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Alternative Procedures for Fibromyalgia What's this?

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The practice of acupuncture originated in China 5,000 years ago. Today it is widely used throughout the world and is one of the main pillars of Chinese medicine. Th...  More
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Various forms of therapeutic superficial tissue manipulation have been practiced for thousands of years across cultures. Chinese use of massage dates to 1600 BC, an...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Various forms of meditation have been practiced for thousands of years throughout the world, with many techniques originating in Eastern religious practices. In mod...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Overview : Chiropractic is a health care discipline that focuses on the relationship between musculoskeletal structure (primarily the spine) and body function ...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Relaxation techniques include behavioral therapeutic approaches that differ widely in philosophy, methodology, and practice. The primary goal is usually non-directe...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Water has been used medicinally for thousands of years, with traditions rooted in ancient China, Japan, India, Rome, Greece, the Americas, and the Middle East. Ther...  More
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