While myofascial trigger points are different from fibromyalgia tender points, people with fibromyalgia often have both. Misdiagnosis is common.

Jun 21, 2010 - Maija Haavisto

You have been to the doctors and have had numerous tests, yet your doctor just could not find anything specifically wrong with you.

Feb 22, 2007 - Sylvia McGrath

Fibromyalgia is not just a fancy name for chronic pain, it is a specific condition which often causes many symptoms besides pain. It is also frequently misdiagnosed.

Apr 1, 2009 - Maija Haavisto

Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia is often based upon two main types of testing: medical assessment and trigger point tests.

Mar 9, 2009 - Tami Brady

Fibromyalgia is a painful disorder that affects the musculoskeletal system. While there is no quick cure, there are many things one can do to help decrease the symptoms.

Feb 11, 2010 - Mary Ann George

Along with the pain and tender points, fibromyalgia's most common symptoms are fatigue, sleep disturbances, depression and anxiety.

Oct 10, 2009 - Karen Cioffi-Ventrice

Many people consider fibromyalgia an imaginary illness. History and modern research prove otherwise.

Jan 25, 2011 - Lisa McMahon

Chronic pain and fatigue are associated with fibromyalgia, a disease with no known cure. Drug therapies and alternative treatments may help in pain relief.

Jul 14, 2010 - Vikas Vij

Fibromyalgia affects not only the patient, but family and friends. Support systems can help the person with fibromyalgia cope better.

Apr 5, 2012 - Cynthianne Neighbors

Approximately one in 73 Americans have fibromyalgia. It's important to know when the effects on the body are caused by more than stress.

Mar 31, 2010 - Lindsey Mason

"I heard fibromyalgia isn't real, there's nothing wrong with you." Myths about the pain of fibromyalgia are common. Myths, facts, and the elements of truth in the myths.

Feb 23, 2009 - Jennifer Harshman

Fibromyalgia has only recently been accepted as a true disease. This article characterizes the disease and offers information regarding current treatments.

Oct 5, 2008 - Dennis R. King

Mayo Clinic estimates that two percent of the US population suffers from fibromyalgia. No cure exists at present, but research continues into fibromyalgia treatments.

Jan 10, 2010 - Margo Steele

This common and disabling disorder is a significant cause of chronic pain, fatigue and distress, but it can be reversed.

Oct 23, 2010 - Heather Donaldson

Millions of people suffer from the painful condition known as fibromyalgia. Learn about the symptoms, medicines, and treatments regarding this illness.

Jun 7, 2010 - Alaina Coyle

Fibromyalgia is often difficult to diagnose, and offers no known cause or cure. Natural treatments and lifestyle changes can improve severity of symptoms.

Apr 23, 2010 - Lisa Frizzo

For sufferers of fibromyalgia, the condition is confusing and painful, and medication does little to help. Now exercise can help to provide relief and improved function.

May 12, 2008 - Sue Cartledge

The herbal supplement 5-HTP has a number of health benefits, and is proving to be hugely beneficial for those suffering from fibromyalgia.

May 7, 2008 - Genevieve Kiger

Ongoing research may very well unravel the mysteries of fibromyalgia.

Jun 17, 2009 - Cheryl La Rocque

There is a condition out there gaining more understanding every day, but... could this condition be avoided by a common occurrence in life, stress?

Jul 6, 2011 - Sharlene Almond