Fibromyalgia: Symptoms and Causes

Author(s):

Wendy Wright, DNP, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, FNAP

A key opinion leader delivers a comprehensive overview of fibromyalgia, highlighting its primary symptoms and distinguishing features from other chronic pain conditions.

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EP: 1.Fibromyalgia: Symptoms and Causes

EP: 2.Patient Communication and Fibromyalgia Diagnosis

EP: 3.Lifestyle Changes and Non-Pharmacological Options for Fibromyalgia

EP: 4.Sleep and cognitive symptoms in fibromyalgia

EP: 5.Treatment option for fibromyalgia

EP: 6.Long-term use of fibromyalgia medications

EP: 7.Importance of Starting on Right Fibromyalgia Treatment Early

EP: 8.Use of Existing Treatment and Ongoing Research in Treatment of Fibromyalgia

Video content above is prompted by the following:

Can you explain what fibromyalgia is, its primary symptoms, and how it differs from other chronic pain conditions?
- Which symptoms do patients typically find most burdensome or disruptive in their daily lives?
- What are some common conditions that often coexist with fibromyalgia?
The exact cause of fibromyalgia is still unknown. Could you discuss the leading theories regarding its development, particularly the role of genetics, infections, and trauma?
- What are additional risk factors for fibromyalgia?