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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Treating Juvenile Fibromyalgia.
Salim Habib1,2, Emad U Alatassi3, Anas Mahmoud4
1Internal Medicine, Almouassat University Hospital, Damascus, SYR.
Cureus
|February 10, 2021
Summary
Juvenile fibromyalgia (JFM) syndrome is a chronic pain condition in children, marked by widespread musculoskeletal pain and tender points. Effective management of this complex disorder requires a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric rheumatology
- Pain medicine
- Clinical psychology
Background:
- Juvenile fibromyalgia (JFM) is a chronic pain syndrome impacting children and adolescents.
- It presents with widespread musculoskeletal pain and specific tender points.
Observation:
- Diagnosis involves excluding other organic causes and meeting specific criteria for tender points and symptoms.
- JFM can significantly impair a child's quality of life and present management challenges.
Findings:
- Characterized by chronic musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties.
- Diagnostic criteria include at least five of 18 tender points and three of 10 associated symptoms.
Implications:
- Highlights the need for early diagnosis and intervention in pediatric chronic pain.
- Emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary management strategy, integrating medical, psychological, and physical therapies.
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