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A member asked:

Is it possible for fibromyalgia to form from physical injuries?

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Dr. Betty Keller answered

Yes: Yes, fibromyalgia can develop after a physical injury.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Steven Arbit answered

Yes and no: There are articles in the literature that say yes, and others that say no.

Dr Pizzo and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/21/2012

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