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A Lot in Common: Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Fibromyalgia & chronic fatigue syndrome are two separate conditions, but they frequently occur together. Find out what they have in common, and what researchers have to say about a potential common cause for the two conditions.
Is it Fibromyalgia or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Are fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome the same, completely separate conditions, or variations of the same thing? Find out what they have in common and what they don't.
Conditions that Occur with Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Learn about the host of overlapping conditions that accompany fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, including myofascial pain syndrome, migraine, multiple chemical sensitivity, Gulf War syndrome, post-traumatic stress disorder, restless leg syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder, depression, pre-menstrual syndrome and painful periods.
Tracking Your Symptoms
Learn why and how you should keep a diary for tracking symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome and see various forms that are available to help you get started.
Take the Fibromyalgia Screening Quiz
See whether your symptoms are consistent with fibromyalgia.

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