A poorly understood disorder causing generalized aching and stiffness of the muscles of the trunk, hips, and shoulders. Parts of the affected muscles (known as trigger points) are tender to the touch; common tender sites are the base of the skull and the muscles near the shoulderblades. Fibromyalgia commonly develops during periods of stress and may follow a chronic course. Treatment may consist of heat, massage, and drugs such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and, sometimes, antidepressant drugs, which may relieve the symptoms.
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