US Medical Term · conditions
Fibromyalgia
Fibromialgia
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Fibromyalgia |
| Spanish (Español) | Fibromialgia |
| Chinese (中文) | 纖維肌痛症 |
| Korean (한국어) | 섬유근육통 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Đau xơ cơ |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Fibromyalgia |
| Portuguese (Português) | Fibromialgia |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ไฟโบรมัยอัลเจีย |
| Japanese (日本語) | 線維筋痛症 |
What it means
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep problems, and cognitive difficulties often called "fibro fog." The nervous system amplifies pain signals, making normal sensations feel intensely painful. Tender points throughout the body are common. It often coexists with headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, and depression. Triggers can include physical or emotional trauma, infections, or stress. There is no cure, but treatment with medications, exercise, stress management, and cognitive behavioral therapy can significantly reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have fibromyalgia and experience pain all over my body every day.
Tengo fibromialgia y siento dolor en todo el cuerpo todos los días.
My fibromyalgia causes extreme fatigue and difficulty concentrating.
Mi fibromialgia me causa fatiga extrema y dificultad para concentrarme.
Can you adjust my fibromyalgia treatment because the pain is not controlled?
¿Puede ajustar mi tratamiento de fibromialgia porque el dolor no está controlado?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
M79 Other and unspecified soft tissue disorders, not elsewhere classifiedRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026