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What is difference between somatization disorder and Fibromyalgia ??? Do both have the same symptoms?
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They belong to the same spectrum of disorders but are different with respect to symptoms...
In simple terms, Somatization disorder involve different symptoms of more than 3 organ systems in the body whereas in fibromyalgia, the predominant symptom is pain in multiple points in the body..
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Both are treated by Psychiatrists.. So u can seek help...
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Dr. Amol Jawale
Psychiatrist
9 yrs exp
Pune
Dear sir
These two entities are a part of a same spectrum of symptoms .
Both shares both bodily symptoms and psychological symptoms
Difference between these two are based on
Characteristics of symptoms
Location of symptoms
Number of symptoms
Duration and intensity of symptom
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Proper diagnosis is required . It is done by psychiatrist .
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