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Fibromyalgia is often described as an Arthritis related condition. It However as it is not a a disease of the joints it is not arthritis since it does not cause inflammation in the joints, muscles, or other tissues or damage them. However fibromyalgia like arthritis causes significant pain and fatigue and it can interfere with a person's ability to carry on normal daily activities.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoFibromyalgia is considered an arthritis related condition. It is however not a form of arthritis as it has no detectableinflammation. It is characterized by chronic pain, stiffness, and tenderness of muscles, tendons, and joints. Fibromyalgia does not cause body damage. However the majority of victims of this disease suffer from fatigue and often suffer with sleep disorders.
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∙ 10y agoIt is dealt with by a rheumatologist who deals with arthritis.
Fibromyalgia has been recognized as a diagnosable disorder by the US National Institutes of Health and the American College of Rheumatology. Fibromyalgia, a central nervous system disorder, is described as a "central sensitization syndrome" caused by neurobiological abnormalities which act to produce physiological pain and cognitive impairments as well as neuro-psychological symptomatology. Despite this there is controversy as to the cause and nature of fibromyalgia. Rheumatologists, neurologists, and pain specialists tend to view fibromyalgia as a pathology of both biological and neurobiological origin. Psychiatrists often view fibromyalgia as being a type of affective disorder, and specialists in psychosomatic medicine tend to view fibromyalgia as being somatoform disorder. The controversies involve both healthcare specialists as well as patients, who often object to fibromyalgia being described in purely somatic terms.
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Had a bone scan 12 years ago said you had arthritis in your shoulders hips Had another bone scan 2 months ago no arthritis showing Also just diagnosed with fibromyalgia could it have been the fibro?
Fibromyalgia does not cause arthritis in itself. Arthritis would contribute to the muscle fatigue and other symptoms of this disease.
Is rheumatoid arthritis autosomal or x-linked?
No
How common is it to be misdiagnosed with fibromyalgia instead of rheumatoid arthritis?
Apparently it is not unusual for this to happen. If you would like to see more information on this subject go to the related link (Misdiagnosis of Fibromyalgia) below.
What is a form of rheumatism but does not affect the joints?
All cases of rheumatism can affect joints HYowever there are many forms of arthritis such as RA lupus that can effect other parts of the body.
What is poly osteoarthritis?
poly-arthritis Or Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that is usually treated with anti inflammatory or disease modifying drugs. this is important as this disease can totally destroy and deform effected joints and organs.
Can fibromyalgia cause arthiritis?
Fibromyalgia is not linked to causing arthritis. But they are finding that some forms of arthritis patients do develop Fibromyalgia.Fibromyalgia causes arthritis like symptoms. Although this is not the only symptom of fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia sufferers many times will show symptoms or carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, sprained ankles, and arthritis. Severe arthritis can be detected in certain tests. Fibromyalgia does not cause inflammation, or swelling of the joints. Arthritis does cause joint inflammation and swelling. There are hundreds of different arthritis and arthritis symptoms so getting tested in a good idea.Arthritis has been known to be misdiagnosed by some medical professionals as fibromyalgia. They are distinctly two different conditions and a doctor who takes a complete history and does an in depth diagnosis will be able to rule out one or another. Then a blood test can also tell the difference between many conditions or if you have several conditions. A blood test for fibromyalgia has been recently discovered and you can find the information at autoimmune technologies (the link is below). They also have posted different information of lots of conditions like arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gulf syndrome, fibromyalgia and more.
Lupus gout and fibromyalgia are common forms of what?
Arthritis.
Can Fibromyalgia cause inflammation of joints?
Fibromyalgia does not cause inflammation in the joints, but that does not mean that those suffering from Fibromyalgia may not also have inflammation. Inflammation can be caused by any number of things from food sensitivities to arthritis and autoimmune disorders. Many of those suffering from Fibromyalgia also suffer from a co-existing condition that causes inflammation. The most common causes of joint inflammation with symptoms that often overlap Fibromyalgia are Rheumatoid arthritis and Lupus. Other types of arthritis including gouty arthritis and psoriatic arthritis also have symptoms that overlap Fibromyalgia. Because something as simple as a food sensitivity can cause inflammation in the body, it can be very difficult to pinpoint the cause of inflammation when a specific diagnosis is not available.
Had a bone scan 12 years ago said you had arthritis in your shoulders hips Had another bone scan 2 months ago no arthritis showing Also just diagnosed with fibromyalgia could it have been the fibro?
Fibromyalgia does not cause arthritis in itself. Arthritis would contribute to the muscle fatigue and other symptoms of this disease.
What are some of the symptoms of athritis fibromyalgia?
Arthritis and fibromyalgia are two separate medical conditions. These conditions are often seen together in a patient. Some symptoms of arthritis include inflammation and pain in the joints, swelling, and stiffness. Fibromyalgia symptoms can include chronic pain in the muscles, insomnia, fatigue, stiffness and headaches.
How is rheumatiod arthritis fibromyalgia and SLE linked?
Fibromyalgia is a name given to a group of symptoms marked by generalized pain and muscle stiffness. These symptoms can be felt in any area of the body. Other symptoms include fatigue and insomnia. Fibromyalgia, unlike RA Fibromyalgia does not cause inflammation or damage to the painful areas, Like RA it can occur in any part of the body.Like RA Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE): SLE is an autoimmune disorder that can affect many organ systems within the body.
Is rheumatoid arthritis autosomal or x-linked?
No
How common is it to be misdiagnosed with fibromyalgia instead of rheumatoid arthritis?
Apparently it is not unusual for this to happen. If you would like to see more information on this subject go to the related link (Misdiagnosis of Fibromyalgia) below.
Is arthritis autosomal or sex linked?
autosomal.
Is fibromyalgia worse than arthriits?
Fibromyalgia can cause pain and tire someone out mentally. Arthritis only causes pain due to inflammation. The problem is physicians don't really know what causes fibromyalgia, unlike arthiritis which is famously known. Fibromyalagia is harder to bear, so I think fibromyalgia is worse than arthiritis.
What is the best mattress for people with lower spinal arthritis?
Natures Rest is what I use. I also have low back arthritis as well as Fibromyalgia. It's an expensive latex mattress, but worth the money.
How is salmonella food poisoning linked to arthritis?
Other infections which can be caused by Salmonella include:.joint infections (arthritis)
