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Widespread pain, fatigue, non-restorative sleep, cognitive symptoms (fibro-fog).
Management
Graded aerobic exercise, cognitive behavioural therapy, some medications (duloxetine, pregabalin). Opioids are not indicated.
Coexisting sleep apnea, depression, and hypothyroidism must be actively sought.
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