The pain you suffer from fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is not in your imagination. FMS is a real medical problem that can be as debilitating and demoralizing as it is mysterious.
The pain you suffer from fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is not in your imagination. FMS is a real medical problem that can be as debilitating and demoralizing as it is mysterious.
Roland Staud, MD, an experienced rheumatologist, is a diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Rheumatology. Christine Adamec has been a freelance medical writer for over 20 years.
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Introduction.
Part I: The What, When, and Why of Fibromyalgia.
Chapter 1: Yes, Fibromyalgia Is Real.
Chapter 2: Recognizing Key Symptoms of Fibromyalgia.
Chapter 3: Understanding Possible Causes of Fibromyalgia.
Chapter 4: Understanding Fibromyalgia Pain.
Part II: Finding Out Whether You Have Fibromyalgia.
Chapter 5: Who Gets Picked to Have Fibromyalgia?
Chapter 6: Identifying Diseases Often Confused withFibromyalgia.
Chapter 7: Working with a Good Fibromyalgia Doc: You Need a TrueBeliever.
Chapter 8: Getting Physical: Your Initial Exam andDiagnosis.
Part III: Looking At All Your Treatment Options.
Chapter 9: Medicating the Problem: Over-the-Counter Drugs MayHelp.
Chapter 10: Prescribing Health with Medications.
Chapter 11: Using Hands-On Therapies.
Chapter 12: Considering Alternative Remedies and Treatments.
Part IV: Modifying Your Lifestyle: Small Changes, BigResults.
Chapter 13: Depressurizing Yourself: Controlling the Stress-EyedMonster.
