La Revue de médecine interne
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We review the current knowledge about fibromyalgia, adding to the clinical aspects, the nosology, epidemiology and pathogenesis. The therapeutic and social management of these suffering patients are discussed. ⋯ Fibromyalgia is a clinical autonomous entity. Physiopathology knowledge is improving, but must be confirmed by new research. Patients will take profit of multimodal individualized treatment programs, including explanations about the diagnosis. In most cases, fibromyalgia is compatible with the maintenance of a professional activity, possibly adapted to the patient. Recognized disability requiring compensation is infrequent.
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Case Reports
[Should we care about pregabalin for elderly patients with a history of cardiac dysrhythmia?].
Pregabalin is similar in structure to gamma-aminobutyric acid. It is used for neuropathic pain, generalized anxiety disorders and as an adjunct therapy for partial seizures. Tachycardia is a rare side-effect. ⋯ She developed a sinusal tachycardia followed by atrial fibrillation and congestive heart failure 15 h after a first dose of pregabalin. The imputation was considered as plausible. Even though the mechanism remains unclear, pregabalin might induce tachycardia in predisposed old patients.