Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by widespread pain throughout the body and affects 2-4% of the population, predominantly women. Common symptoms include fatigue, joint stiffness, muscle pain, and mood issues like depression and anxiety. While the cause is unknown, risk factors include heredity, injuries, infections, and psychological stress. Treatment options consist of medications like Lyrica, Cymbalta, and antidepressants as well as exercise, which can help reduce pain and fatigue while improving mood, though overexertion risks exacerbating symptoms.

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2. What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is an illness which is characterized by widespread pain throughout the body. Affects 2-4% of population. Women to men 9:1. Obesity increases risk of fibromyalgia.

3. Signs and Symptoms Fatigue Joint stiffness Chronic muscle pain Bowel and bladder problems Muscle Spasms Weakness Depression Anxiety Shortened attention span Headaches

4. Causes Heredity Injuries Accidents Infection Autoimmune disorders Psychological Emotional Stress

5. Medications Lyrica Seizure medication Cymbalta Antidepressant Flexeril Wellbutrin Ultram Xyrem Narcolepsy

6. Benefits of Exercise Maintain muscle strength and flexibility Reduce pain Increase endorphins which reduces anxiety Increase endurance Reducing fatigue Decrease risk of high BP, HR, and cholesterol levels.

7. Exercise Risks Exercise Induced pain Overexertion May cause distress in the body which could lead to more pain Increased risk of

8. References www.webmd.com www.fibrocenter.com

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