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At final evaluation, diagnostic accuracy for fibromyalgia
at a patient's initial visit was correct in only one-third
of cases. Of the patients initially (but incorrectly) diagnosed
with fibromyalgia, 59% suffered from other inflammatory conditions,
such as rheumatoid arthritis. True fibromyalgia sufferers
tended to have many more tender points and were more fatigued
than those suffering from other conditions. The authors of
this study from Rheumatology concluded that there is
a "disturbing inaccuracy" in the diagnosis of fibromyalgia,
which might in part explain the current high rates reported
for this condition. By accepting an incorrect diagnosis of
fibromyalgia, many people may be inadvertently overlooking
other inflammatory conditions. If you have been diagnosed
with fibromyalgia and don't seem to be responding to treatment,
you may want to get a second opinion. 
