Fibromyalgia
This sleep disorder is commonly associated with fibromyalgia.
What is insomnia?
Gout is caused by the buildup of this crystal in the joints.
What is Uric Acid?
Rhabdomyolysis involves the breakdown of this tissue.
A sprain is an injury to this connective tissue.
What is a ligament?
A diagnosis of fibromyalgia is primarily based on this.
What is a History & Physical?
A common site for gout attacks, often causing severe pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness.
What is the great (or big) toe?
This classic urinary symptom of rhabdomyolysis is caused by the release of myoglobin into the urine.
What is dark and concentrated urine?
This diagnostic imaging technique can be used to rule out a fracture in a suspected sprain.
What is an X-ray?
This common symptom of fibromyalgia can significantly interfere with daily activities.
What is pain and fatigue?
A dietary recommendation for gout patients is to limit consumption of this, found in red meat and seafood.
What are purines?
This laboratory test is significantly elevated in rhabdomyolysis, indicating muscle damage.
What is Myoglobin and Creatine kinase (CK)?
Unlike sprains, strains primarily involve these soft tissues.
What are muscles and tendons?
Besides medication, this therapy, involving exercise and education, is a cornerstone of fibromyalgia treatment.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Long-term gout can lead to the formation of these visible deposits of uric acid crystals in joints and soft tissues.
What are Tophi?
Rapid administration of this is a critical treatment for rhabdomyolysis to protect the kidneys.
What are IV fluids?
The initial treatment for a sprain often involves this acronym.
What is RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)?
This natural supplement is sometimes used to help with sleep and pain in fibromyalgia patients.
What is Melatonin?
This generic medication is used to lower uric acid levels in the long-term management of gout.
What is allopurinol?
A major complication of rhabdomyolysis, in which muscle breakdown products can damage the kidneys.
What is Acute kidney injury (AKI)?
Surgical repair may be necessary for this severity of sprain.
What is a Grade III Sprain?