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    Fibromyalgia Guide

    Fibromyalgia, which causes widespread muscle and joint pain and fatigue, is often misdiagnosed and misunderstood. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatments, and get tips for living with the disorder.

    1. Overview & Facts

      1. What Is Fibromyalgia?
      2. What Causes Fibromyalgia?
      3. Fibromyalgia in Children and Teens

    2. Symptoms & Signs

      1. Common Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
      2. Fibromyalgia Tender Points
      3. Fibromyalgia-Related Pain
      4. Persistent and Chronic Fatigue
      5. Sleep Problems With Fibromyalgia

    3. Treatment & Care

      1. Getting a Diagnosis

        1. Finding the Right Doctor
        2. Diagnosing Fibromyalgia
        3. Common Misdiagnoses of Fibromyalgia

      2. Treating Fibromyalgia Symptoms

        1. Drugs, Alternative Remedies, and Lifestyle Habits
        2. Fibromyalgia Medications
        3. Is Cymbalta Right for You?
        4. Lyrica for Fibromyalgia: Benefits and Side Effects
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        6. Fibromyalgia and Physical Therapy

    4. Living With Fibromyalgia

      1. Home & Natural Remedies

        1. Herbs and Supplements for Fibromyalgia
        2. Alternative and Complementary Treatments
        3. Exercise to Relieve Fibromyalgia Pain

      2. Managing Complications

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        4. Workplace Changes to Ease Symptoms

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