A member asked:

3 yrs ago my doctor diagnosed me with fibromyalgia. last week he said "... if there is such a thing." should i change doctors?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Have you been: pleased with care you have received to date? If yes, it might merit discussing with the doctor to clarify the meaning. That response/ interchange can help to guide your decision. Take care.

Answered 2/26/2015

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Dr. Laurence Badgley answered

Specializes in General Practice

Yes: A doctor who expresses doubt whether fibromyalgia is "real" should refer suspected patients to a doctor who believes in this diagnosis. There are ways for patients to improve, but they need a doctor who understands the subtleties of the disorder.

Answered 5/16/2016

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