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Fibromyalgia Syndrome: An Overview of Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Management
- Source :
- Oman Medical Journal, Vol 27, Iss 3, Pp 192-195 (2012)
- Publication Year :
- 2012
- Publisher :
- Oman Medical Specialty Board, 2012.
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Abstract
- Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) is a chronic condition causing pain, stiffness, and tenderness of the muscles, tendons, and joints. It is also characterized by restless sleep, tiredness, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and disturbances in bowel functions. The etiology of fibromyalgia remains unknown, but recent advances and discoveries have helped to unravel some of the mysteries of this disease. Research highlights some of the biochemical, metabolic, and immunoregulatory abnormalities associated with fibromyalgia. Management of FMS at the present time is very difficult as it has multiple etiological factors and psychological predispositions; however, a patient centered approach is essential to handle this problem.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1999768X and 20705204
- Volume :
- 27
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Directory of Open Access Journals
- Journal :
- Oman Medical Journal
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsdoj.36bc61b525ab4c6a9c9bf998192b3ca7
- Document Type :
- article