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A solution to my fatigue?

Q After months of constant pain and exhaustion, I’ve been diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Can you tell me what it is? Laura, Bingley

Up to 7% of people, mostly women, could suffer from fibromyalgia but many don’t even realise it. The main problem is a lowered pain threshold, and symptoms often start with pain in one area,

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