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By Cathy Wong, About.com Guide to Alternative Medicine since 2000

Natural Treatments for Fibromyalgia

Monday March 29, 2004
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder of the muscles, ligaments, and tendons that many experts believe is underdiagnosed. This illness affects between 3 to 6 million people in the United States. Of these, 80 percent are women. The main symptoms of fibromyalgia are muscle pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and tender points at certain parts of the body. Many people describe fibromyalgia as feeling like a persistent flu.

The cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. Numerous theories have been suggested, such as viral infections, hormonal and chemical imbalance, and physical and emotional trauma. Read more to learn about natural treatments and home remedies for fibromyalgia, including herbs, nutritional supplements, diet and nutrition, Chinese medicine, and much more.

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