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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia. Support Group. for Surrey and Sussex. Juvenile Primary. Fibromyalgia. Primary Fibromyalgia. - occurs when there is no other rheumatic disease or musculoskeletal condition present. (More often in children). Secondary Fibromyalgia.

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Fibromyalgia

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  1. Fibromyalgia Support Group for Surrey and Sussex

  2. Juvenile Primary Fibromyalgia

  3. Primary Fibromyalgia - occurs when there is no other rheumatic disease or musculoskeletal condition present. (More often in children) Secondary Fibromyalgia - occurs when FM exists along with other conditions such as arthritis. (More often in adults)

  4. Who can have it? Children Teens & 20-somethings Mostly females (85%)

  5. What are the symptoms? • Widespread pain • Sleep problems • Fatigue • Lack of concentration • Mood difficulties • Irritable bowel • Headaches

  6. Misdiagnosis • Juveniles having fibromyalgia are sometimes diagnosed with • Growing Pains • Hypermobility Syndrome • Arthritis • School phobia

  7. Diagnosis • A pediatric doctor, usually a specialist in rheumatology, can assess for juvenile fibromyalgia with • A tender point examination (5 needed) • Patient’s symptoms description

  8. Prognosis • If diagnosed early intervention may help impact of JFM on lives • Some JFM patients having chronic symptoms may need more intensive treatment. • Children more likely to recover than adults

  9. Management • Medication • Exercise • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) • Sleep • Nutrition • Maintain school attendance (adaptability) • Positive outlook • Support Group

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