How Far Have We Come? Emerging Therapies for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

Speaker for this CME Activity:  Scott G. Pritzlaff, MD

Location:  S.E.A. Conference Room

Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome are often misunderstood conditions responsible for significant disability. It is critical for primary care and pain providers to have a sound understanding of the diagnostic criteria and treatment options for these patients.

Desired Outcomes:

• Review the epidemiology of fibromyalgia and other syndromes that may overlap.
• Explain the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) diagnostic criteria for fibromyalgia.
• Discuss the etiology of chronic fatigue syndrome such as infection, immune dysfunction, endocrine-metabolic dysfunction, depression.
• Select appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments for fibromyalgia pain management and chronic fatigue syndrome.

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