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Is it consistent with fibromyalgia to have light touch greatly increase the pain for several minutes? the pain is spread throughout almost everywhere.

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Dr. PHILIP WALLER answered

Yes: Most Fibro patients describe hypersensitivity (pain out of proportion to the amount of touch or pressure). Medications are available to decrease that sensitivity. Good luck

Dr Amico Jr and 11 doctors agreed

Answered 4/22/2017

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A member asked:

Is it consistent with fibromyalgia to have light touch greatly increase the pain for several minutes? the pain is spread throughout almost everywhere.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. PHILIP WALLER answered

Dr Amico Jr and 11 doctors agreed

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