A female asked:
i have chronic muscle aches throughout my body and my doctor took tests but can't find what wrong. can my iron defiency anemia be the cause?
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Dr. Paul Grin answered
36 years experience Pain Management
Fibromyalgia?: is a generalized systemic condition that is characterized by widespread aching or pain throughout the body. To be included in the diagnosis of FM, this pain should be located in at least three out of four quadrants of the body. Ask your PCP to provide referral for your rheumatologist.
Answered on May 29, 2015
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Dr. David Schechter answered
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Yes: Have it rechecked in 8 weeks to see how much more you need.
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