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For many Fibromyalgia patients, pain takes a back seat to other symptomsFriday 27 January 2012
From The New Zealand Medical Journal (via ProHealth):
For many fibromyalgia patients, pain takes a back seat to other symptoms Article: By Alice Theadom, et al. Abstract: This study aims to identify the most common and severe symptoms in female patients diagnosed with FMS. Methods: This study interviewed 56 patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia syndrome about their symptoms using the Clinical Interview Schedule - Revised. Results: The most frequent and disabling symptoms reported by participants were: • Fatigue, • Sleep disturbance • And cognitive difficulties. Conclusions: These findings highlight the need for a range of symptoms to be considered in the assessment and treatment of FMS to help improve patient outcomes.
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