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What is Juvenile Fibromyalgia?

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Updated November 25, 2012

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Fibromyalgia in Kids & Teens

Juvenile fibromyalgia (JFMS) is, for the most part, exactly what it sounds like – fibromyalgia in a young person.

However, JFMS does present special challenges, from diagnosis to living with the illness. It's important to look at how the illness impacts children and teenagers.

Adrienne Dellwo

Adrienne Dellwo
Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Guide

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