The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. Multiple factors are believed to influence the development of fibromyalgia. Various hypotheses have been offered describing the pathogenesis of fibromyalgia. It is understood that Lyme disease may be a trigger of the symptoms of fibromyalgia. It is suggested that more than one clinical entity may be involved in the pathogenesis of fibromyalgia, ranging from a mild, idiopathic inflammatory process to clinical depression.
Fibromyalgia pathophysiology
Polymyalgia rheumatica pathophysiology
Fibromyalgia diagnostic criteria
Complex regional pain syndrome epidemiology and demographics
Polymyalgia rheumatica epidemiology and demographics
Fibromyalgia epidemiology and demographics
Fibromyalgia risk factors
Back pain pathophysiology