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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a common syndrome of chronic widespread soft-tissue pain accompanied by weakness, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. It is characterized by chronic widespread aching and stiffness, involving particularly the neck, shoulders, back, and hips, which is aggravated by use of the affected muscles. ¹⁾

Symptoms

cognitive dysfunctionThe loss of intellectual functions such as reasoning; memory loss; and other neurological abilities that is severe enough to interfere with daily functioning.
pain, physical
depression
muscle soreness
sleep disturbance and insomnia
other symptoms

Evidence of infectious cause

Patient interviews

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