What risk factors are associated with fibromyalgia ?

Risk factors for fibromyalgia include sex, age, rheumatic disease, insomnia, and family history. In general, women, those diagnosed with a rheumatic disease such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, those with a family member with fibromyalgia, and middle-aged adults are at greater risk of developing fibromyalgia.

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