Fibromyaigia I am 37 is it possible to have this affliction at such an early age?

Question

I am a male with cronic pain that seems to fit all the possible tender points that web sites have displayed.

Answer 1

Certain factors may increase your risk of developing fibromyalgia. Being female greatly increases your chance of developing this syndrome. It is possible that having a rheumatic disorder (such as rheumatoid arthritis), an infectious disease (such as Lyme disease or mononucleosis), a psychiatric condition (such as major depression), or a traumatic event (such as a car accident) may increase your chance of developing fibromyalgia. There is some evidence that having a family history of fibromyalgia may increase your risk.

If you already have fibromyalgia, you may be more likely to have recurring symptoms or persistent pain if you are a woman and:4

You have frequent episodes of emotional or physical stress.
You have had symptoms for many years.
You have insomnia or a sleep disorder.
You have depression or an anxiety disorder.
You have belly pain, headaches, or problems with urination.

Answer 2

Oh, I wish so much that you couldn't have fibromyalgia that young. Alas, I had it by 9 years old. Research seems to point to two causes: genetics and accidents with injuries.
Here is a website for fibromyalgia I believe to be the best.
The National Fibromyalgia Association:
http://www.nfaware.org

Answer 3

I was diagnosed with fibromyaigia, at 12 years old. It doesn't have any age restriction. I'm now 24, and I currently have to get spinal injections of an anti-inflammatory, and pain killers, twice a year. Sometimes, I even have to wear a pain pump.