Medical Reference Related to Fibromyalgia
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Fibromyalgia: Work and Disability
Can people with fibromyalgia work? WebMD looks at the ways employers can accomodate a fibromyalgia patient and how one goes about applying for disability if they can't work.
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What Is Fibromyalgia?
WebMD provides an overview of fibromyalgia, including information on symptoms, diagnosis, standard and alternative treatments, and medications.
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Fibromyalgia and Exercise
Here's information about fibromyalgia and exercise -- including swimming, yoga, Pilates, tai chi, and other low-impact exercises -- that can help you stay fit while you manage your pain and fatigue.
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Fibromyalgia and Physical Therapy
Here's how physical therapy can help relieve fibromyalgia pain. Learn about different types of physical therapy, and see if it might work for you.
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Fibromyalgia and Sex
WebMD provides information on fibromyalgia and sex, including how to maintain a healthy sexual relationship with your partner while coping with fibromyalgia pain, fatigue, and treatment.
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Fibromyalgia and Sleep
Sleep problems are very common in people with fibromyalgia. Learn how to get the rest you need.
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Fibromyalgia Causes
Do you wonder what causes fibromyalgia? WebMD examines the range of possibilities, including links to hereditary factors, illness, trauma, stress, overly sensitive pain receptors in the brain, chemical imbalances, and hormonal imbalances.
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Fibromyalgia Symptoms
WebMD examines the symptoms of fibromyalgia, including pain, tender points, fatigue, and trigger points, fatigue, sleep problems, morning stiffness, headaches, concentration problems, anxiety, and depression.
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Fibromyalgia Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis
WebMD discusses the process of diagnosing fibromyalgia and why it’s easy to mistake fibromyalgia for other conditions.
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Fibromyalgia and Depression
Depression is a symptom of fibromyalgia. Find out more about their link.
