A member asked:

Is it possible that all my fibromyalgia symptoms ( i have em all) could be linked to a simple physiological neck problem? explaination please.

9 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

No: That is not possible. Forget the theory that trauma to the spinal cord causes it.

Answered 12/9/2013

4.9k views

Thank

See below: Results: current data do not identify distinct etiologic or pathophysiological factors mediating development of fms. The development of fms is associated with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (el2b), with gene polymorphisms of the 5-hydroxytryptamine (ht)(2) receptor (el3a), lifestyle factors (smoking, obesity, lack of physical activity; el2b), physical hysical and sexual abuse in childhood and adulthood.

Answered 5/8/2016

4.9k views

Thank
Dr. Erica Bial answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Short version: no.: By definition, fibromyalgia involves all four quadrants of the body, and usually it comes along with changes in sleep. No simple physiologic neck problem (like a herniated disc) can do that, typically. Get healthy sleep, never nap, daily exercise, and talk with your doctor. It can be important to remember, unfortunately, that more than one thing can be wrong - fm and your neck as a secondary pain.

Answered 9/22/2013

4.9k views

Thank

Related Questions