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Members confirmed that sleep apnea testing is commonly ordered during fibromyalgia diagnosis because doctors want to rule out whether poor... Read more

Members confirmed that sleep apnea testing is commonly ordered during fibromyalgia diagnosis because doctors want to rule out whether poor sleep quality is caused by breathing issues rather than fibromyalgia alone, as untreated sleep apnea can worsen pain and fatigue. Many members shared that they were diagnosed with both conditions and now use CPAP machines, with several noting that while the machine helps with breathing and prevents especially bad days, it doesn't always resolve the deep fatigue or pain associated with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. A recurring theme was the importance of getting tested to identify and treat any sleep disorders, as better quality sleep can potentially reduce chronic pain, even though members acknowledged the financial barriers of copays and insurance limitations that sometimes prevent access to testing.