Also, there are definitely levels of severity in fibro cases. I've had years where I was mostly fine except for a few flare ups. Other times, the pain is bad for months at a time. I count myself very fortunate, though, because so many people on here can't even work. I have been able to continue with most basic activities throughout my illness.

I have Chronic myofacial pain syndrome too, so in those areas [some same area as tender points] my muscles are hard as rock and you have to press really hard for it to hurt, thought I'm almost always in burning pain in those areas. They are just so tight...

I'm new here, and I have questions regarding the tender points too. I have just been diagnosed with fm, but I too am not that sensitive in many of the tender areas. I have a feeling in general that my skin is sore or something. I've wondered about my fm diagnosis as well because of the tender points being the main dx criteria. I also feel more pain in and around the joints than I do in alot of the tender points, but I have been tested for arthritis, and the tests have shown no inflammation. FM seems to be a hard thing to diagnose. I understand how you might feel like it is the wrong dx; I've wondered that myself. However, in my case I have lots of other symptoms that go hand in hand with FM which makes me feel it's pretty likely it's the right dx. It sounds like everyone has different experiences with FM. Talk to your doctor honestly about your concerns with the dx. I plan on asking more ?'s at my next dr's appt. too.

Just thought I would let you guys know!

Hope you are all well.=)