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What Causes Fibromyalgia?
Hello, Doctor. What do you suspect causes fibromyalgia? I have the worst case I ve ever seen and am on disability because of it. I ve had it since 2005. My symptoms resemble severe MS (minus brain legions). I m 47 and feel like I m going to die it hurts so bad. Thank you for hearing me out. Terri in Maine
Mon, 17 Dec 2018
Hello,
Fibromyalgia is a problem in pain conducting pathway. It may be due to genetic disorders or post-traumatic stress disorder or panic attacks etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is.
It is treated with antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications and painkillers. If symptoms not improved please consult psychiatrist he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
Fibromyalgia is a problem in pain conducting pathway. It may be due to genetic disorders or post-traumatic stress disorder or panic attacks etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is.
It is treated with antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications and painkillers. If symptoms not improved please consult psychiatrist he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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