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Fibromyalgia (cont.)

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There is no known way to prevent fibromyalgia because the cause is not fully understood. Adopting a healthy lifestyle, getting enough sleep, and maintaining a positive outlook are ways all people can work toward optimal health.



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Fibromyalgia - Symptoms at Onset of Disease

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The symptoms of fibromyalgia can vary greatly from patient to patient. What were your symptoms at the onset of your disease?

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Fibromyalgia (FM) typically presents in young or middle-aged females as persistent widespread pain, stiffness, fatigue, disrupted unrefreshing sleep, and cognitive difficulties, often accompanied by multiple other unexplained symptoms, anxiety and/or depression, and functional impairment of daily living activities.

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