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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'd go to a rheumatologist to rule out autoimmune stuff. But I would also see a good PT because they can really help reduce inflammation.  They can also help you strengthen the muscles around your knee to support your joint.

Fibromyalgia is a diagnosis of exclusion and points to a nervous system that is overstressed for a long period of time.  Are you a person who is very stressed out?  If so, you could also look into ways to calm your nervous system which can help with pain and be a longer term answer.[/quote]

Nothing in this response regarding fibromyalgia is true.  Stop spreading misinformation.[/quote]

Please educate me more about fibromyalgia. My limited understanding is that it is a diagnosis of exclusion, that it is frequently treated with gabapentin or Lyrica which reduce nerve pain (coming from nervous system) or with SSRIs which I imagine lower stress levels.  What am I missing?[/quote]

it is a diagnosis of exclusion. Problem is most exclusions are perfunctory and lazy doctors do a couple of tests, find nothing, and call it fibro, possibly blocking a diagnosis o something else. One has to wonder why 90% of those diagnosed with fibro are women. A fibro diagnosis can also carry stigma when you see other doctors.[/quote]

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