M79.7: Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia, classified under the ICD-10 code M79.7, is a chronic medical condition characterized by widespread body pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep troubles, and sometimes, emotional and mental distress. This condition is believed to amplify painful sensations by affecting the way your brain and spinal cord interpret and process pain signals. Though the exact cause is not known, fibromyalgia often begins after physical trauma, surgery, infection, or significant emotional stress. In some cases, symptoms begin without any obvious triggering event. Other characteristic symptoms of fibromyalgia include headaches, depression, and irritable bowel syndrome. Despite these common elements, symptoms can vary in intensity and can wax and wane over time, making diagnosis sometimes difficult. There is no known cure for fibromyalgia, but a combination of medication, exercise, stress management and a healthy lifestyle can help manage the symptoms.