Fibromyalgia Overview
Fibromyalgia is a chronic medical condition that impacts the muscles, joints and soft tissues throughout the body. Typically characterized by widespread pain and tenderness in the body, fibromyalgia is often accompanied by issues related to sleep, mood and memory. Left untreated, it can greatly impact your quality of life. Hattiesburg Clinic has a full team of expert rheumatologists to help in understanding, diagnosing and treating your condition.
While the exact cause of fibromyalgia is not known, a combination of genetic, environmental and neurological factors is believed to play a major role in this syndrome. Typically, we see this condition after a trauma, psychological event, infection or surgery. Symptoms can range from mild to severe. It is often seen more in women than in men.