What types of doctors can diagnose fibromyalgia?
A general practioner – your family doctor – is the place to start. They know you best- your past medical history, other conditions you may have and what medications you are currently taking. Your family doctor may order many tests to rule out other conditions, such as anemia, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and others that may share symptoms in common with fibromyalgia. If your family doctor cannot make the diagnosis, or has limited experience with fibromyalgia, he or she may refer you to a specialist who is more familiar with fibromyalgia.
