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Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Thyroid Disease Connection

Information on the relationships between the rheumatological condition known as fibromyalgia, fibrositis, or FMS, chronic fatigue syndrome, CFS, CFIDS, myalgic encephalitis, ME, hypometabolism and thyroid disease, including hypothyroidism.

References: Overlooking Myofascial Trigger Points: The Key To YOUR Pain?
References for Devin Starlanyl's article Overlooking Myofascial Trigger Points: The Key To YOUR Pain?

Interview: Dr. John Lowe on Fibromyalgia & Thyroid Link
When muscle and joint aches and pains accompany hypothyroidism, are they a separate problem -- fibromyalgia or is fibromyalgia a symptom of the thyroid problem itself?

Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia & Autoimmune Thyroid Disease
A look at the strong relationships among chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), fibromylagia and autoimmune thyroid disease. Looks at diagnostic methods beyond TSH tests, and treatments including T3, nutritional, and other therapies being used.

About Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia
About's comprehensive chronic fatigue and fibromylagia site offers original articles, links and other information about these conditions.

Dr. John Lowe's Website on Fibromyalgia & Hypometabolism
This website developed by the Director of Research of the Fibromyalgia Research Foundation focuses on Dr. Lowe's metabolic/thyroid hormone-based treatment of patients with fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia Syndrome Information
Good compilation of information on fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia Network
A good overview of FMS-related information and resources.

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