| Disease |
FIBROMYALGIA SYNDROME |
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| Quotation |
" The average man has 65 pounds of muscle and 3pounds of brain, which explains just about everything: |
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| Definition |
Painful musculoskeletal condition with certain defined distribution, often aggravated pressing on certain points on the body. |
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| Prognosis |
Generally not satisfactory, and many patients continue to complain of pains over many years. |
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| General Measures |
Increasing aerobic exercise to restore sleep and improve fitness. Ignore protest of pain, unlike a case with synovitis, or damaged joints. (It is up to you, and nor for the doctors of drugs, to improve general condition") Relaxation techniques. Yoga. |
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| Advice to Patient |
To help the doctor help him. Lessen dependence on drugs. |
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| Follow Up |
Might need regular follow up-monthly, for assessment, and encouragement. |
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| Inadequate Response |
To reassure patient. (Prognosis is generally poor despite best efforts of the doctor) |
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| Reference From |
www.fibromyalgiassyndromenews.com |
