The following is the definition of Fibromyalgia on the DWP site.
A condition, which affects the muscles and ligaments but does not damage the joints. It is a common condition and can be severe. In fibromyalgia the fibrous tissues (fibro-) and muscles (-my) are affected by pain (-algia) and tenderness. Fatigue is often the most severe aspect of fibromyalgia
Given the statement "that it does not damage the joints" it would suggest it is not considered to be linked to arthritis.
My wife suffers from both and says she can distinguish the pain from one versus the other.
Stephen
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thanks for replying i just wanted to double check WELL it would seem Atos have got fibromyalgia labaled wrong no wonder we are being treated so unfairly these 2 sites make Very Intresting reading www.whatdotheyknow.com and www.polkadotgals.com/fibromyalgia.html would like opinions please .Could this put a stop to the unfair insulting way Atos have behaved towards this group Anyone up for a fight
