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I have widespread intense burning pain throughout most of my joints, etc. i have ankylosing spondylitis. is this related or is it fibromyalgia maybe?

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Dr. Bruce Rothschild answered

Unusual: Unusual as buring pain is usually neurologic in origin. Check for amyloidosis or nerve/spinal cord impingement.

Answered 5/6/2013

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Dr. Thomas Dowling answered

These symptoms are: Consistent with your diagnosis. Fibromyalgia is a diagnosis of exclusion meaning you have explained away or eliminated other potential sources/causes of your pain.

Dr Badman agreed

Answered 5/8/2013

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A member asked:

I have widespread intense burning pain throughout most of my joints, etc. i have ankylosing spondylitis. is this related or is it fibromyalgia maybe?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Bruce Rothschild answered

Dr. Thomas Dowling answered

Dr Badman agreed

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