New directions in fibromyalgia

Mo Med. 2012 Jan-Feb;109(1):49-52.

Abstract

Fibromyalgia is a common disorder causing pain, fatigue and sleep disturbances. The differential diagnosis includes rheumatic diseases and a variety of other conditions. New diagnostic guidelines emphasize the multiple somatic symptoms that may be seen. Pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment options are available. Three new medications were recently approved for treatment.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Fibromyalgia / diagnosis*
  • Fibromyalgia / drug therapy
  • Humans