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. 2023 Sep 30;42(2-3):71-81.
doi: 10.36185/2532-1900-334. eCollection 2023.

Fibromyalgia interventions, obstacles and prospects: narrative review

Afshan Zeeshan Wasti  1   2 , Amal M H Mackawy  1   3 , Amal Hussain  1 , Mohsina Huq  1 , Hanane Ahmed  1 , Anjuman Gul Memon  4
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Review

Fibromyalgia interventions, obstacles and prospects: narrative review

Afshan Zeeshan Wasti et al. Acta Myol. .

Abstract

This review aims to increase awareness and improve understanding, diagnosis, and management of fibromyalgia - a complex, distressing health challenge that significantly impacts people's lives due to its variable nature and lack of clear diagnostic markers. Healthcare professionals must assist those with this condition and improve their general quality of life. Further, they can do a lot to improve the lives of people with Fibromyalgia by resolving diagnostic hurdles, promoting collaboration, supporting patient advocacy, advancing medical technology, and adopting novel approaches.

Keywords: fibromyalgia; pain; psychotropic drugs; risk factors; treatment outcomes.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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Methodology used in the literature review according to the PRISMA protocol .
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Currently focused interventions for the treatment of fibromyalgia.
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