typically involves evaluating symptoms and medical history while considering whether another condition could better explain what’s happening.
Because symptoms such as pain and fatigue occur in many conditions, healthcare professionals may sometimes perform tests to rule out other possible causes.
That’s one reason self-diagnosis based on a social-media symptom list isn’t reliable.
Can Fibromyalgia Be Treated?
There currently isn’t a
simple cure for fibromyalgia, but symptoms can often be managed.
Treatment may involve a combination of approaches depending on the individual.
These can include:
Appropriate physical activity
Sleep management
Stress-management
