history of widespread chronic pain in all four quadrants of the body
at least 11 out of the 18 tender points

Another method used in helping to diagnose FMS, is the ruling out of other possible problems. I was checked for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Arthritis, Lupus, and various other diseases, etc.

Please visit my other pages in this section:

My Journey: A chronicle of my life with Fibromyalgia.	Undestanding the Mind Body Connection and Chronic Illness: An article sent to me by Mr. Espinosa which he offered for inclusion on my website.
FMS Links: Assorted links related to Fibromyalgia.	Hints and Tips to Simplify Your Life: Various things to help make your life with this disease (or any other chronic pain illness) a bit easier.
Inspirational Stories: Some of my favorite E-mail "Forwards".	Signs and Symptoms of FMS & MPS: Self Explanitory - LoL.
FMS Rings and Awards: Awards I've received and webrings I belong to relating to Fibomyalgia.

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