fibromyalgia

[ fahy-broh-mahy-al-juh ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. a syndrome characterized by fatigue and chronic pain in the muscles and in tissues surrounding the joints.

fibromyalgia

/ ˌfaɪbrəʊmaɪˈældʒɪə /

noun

1. a rheumatoid disorder characterized by muscle pain and headaches

fibromyalgia

/ fī′brō-mī-ăl′jə /

1. A syndrome that is characterized by chronic pain in any of various muscles and surrounding soft tissues (such as tendons and ligaments), point tenderness at specific sites in the body, and fatigue. Inflammation is absent, and the cause is unknown.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fibromyalgia¹

First recorded in 1980–85; fibro- + myalgia

Example Sentences

Nightshades have been associated with arthritis, fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions and headaches.

From The Daily Beast

Caronia also suggested that Xyrem could be used to treat fibromyalgia, ditto unapproved.

From The Daily Beast

For instance, antidepressants are now prescribed also for patients with fibromyalgia and anxiety disorders.

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