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Members responded to a question about bone scans during fibromyalgia diagnosis, with many sharing that their doctors ordered them to rule out... Read more

Members responded to a question about bone scans during fibromyalgia diagnosis, with many sharing that their doctors ordered them to rule out other conditions like arthritis, osteoporosis, Paget's disease, or autoimmune disorders such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Several members described their own diagnostic journeys involving extensive testing including MRIs, nerve conduction studies, and blood work to eliminate conditions like MS, Lyme disease, and scleroderma before confirming fibromyalgia. A recurring theme was the variability in diagnostic approaches, with some members receiving thorough testing while others received minimal workup, and shared empathy around the physical discomfort of staying in uncomfortable positions during scans when living with chronic pain.