Clinical Diagnosis · Musculoskeletal System · Medium
Fibromyalgia
Meaning: Chronic widespread pain condition with fatigue and heightened pain sensitivity but no joint inflammation.
In practice: Often accompanied by poor sleep, low mood and cognitive fog; blood tests are typically normal.
Word parts
- -algia means pain
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