Letter to the Editor

Fibromyalgia, Fact or Fiction: Let's Put Our Feelings Aside

Authors: Adam C. Adler, MD, MS

Abstract

To the Editor: The entity of fibromyalgia is fairly new and has recently received much publicity as well as criticism. Although the exact pathogenesis is not yet elucidated, there is enough compelling research to suggest a basis for this diagnosis. However, I have recently encountered mixed opinions within the medical community regarding fibromyalgia.

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