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Screening for Fibromyalgia

The purpose of screening is early diagnosis and treatment. Screening tests are usually administered to people without current symptoms, but who may be at high risk for certain diseases or conditions.
There are no specific screening tests or guidelines for fibromyalgia.

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1 Fibromyalgia condition

Fibromyalgia is a complex, chronic, and disabling disorder. It causes widespread pain and stiffness in the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It also causes poor sleep and ...

2 Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia condition indepth
3 Conditions InDepth: Fibromyalgia condition indepth
4 Lifestyle Changes to Manage Fibromyalgia condition indepth
5 Medications for Fibromyalgia condition indepth
6 Other Treatments for Managing Fibromyalgia condition indepth
7 Reducing Your Risk of Fibromyalgia condition indepth
8 Resource Guide for Fibromyalgia condition indepth
9 Risk Factors for Fibromyalgia condition indepth
11 Symptoms of Fibromyalgia condition indepth
12 Talking to Your Doctor About Fibromyalgia condition indepth
13 Treatments for Fibromyalgia condition indepth
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