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Would spinal degeneration cause widespread body aches and pains? also is fibromyalgia a recognized illness?

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See details: Fibromyalgia is definitely a recognized condition with specific diagnostic criteria. Spinal degeneration would not cause generalized aching.

Dr Alves agreed

Answered 3/25/2014

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Possibly: Multi-level spine degeneration can cause widespread body aches, and fibromyalgia is a true illness.

Answered 4/2/2014

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No and yes: Spinal degeneration usually causes localized or one sided motor (weakness) or sensory (feelings) deficits. Fibromyalgia is a recognized diagnosis.

Dr Iwata agreed

Answered 4/2/2014

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