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Fibromyalgia: What You Need to Know

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Fibromyalgia: 10 Questions to Ask Your Specialist

1. How do I know I have fibromyalgia?
2. Are there medications I can take? What side effects can I expect?
3. Are there any drugs, foods, or activities I should avoid?
4. What exercises can I do to ease my symptoms?
5. What alternative therapies might help me?
6. How do I explain my condition to friends, family, and colleagues?
7. Are there stress management techniques (meditation, yoga) that could help?
8. Do you recommend counseling?
9. Can you recommend a support group or chat room I could join?
10. Are there any clinical trials I could participate in?

WebMD 10 Questions

Reviewed by Marc C. Levesque, MD, PhDon March 01, 2007

What's your primary treatment for fibromyalgia?