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fibroblast
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A term applied to a cell of connective tissue that is separated from similar cells by some degree of matrix material; fibroblasts secrete elastin and collagen protein fibers. PICTURE
Ãâó: www.emc.maricopa.edu/faculty/farabee/BIOBK/BioBook...
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fibrous
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(FYE-brus) -- Having structures resembling fibers.
Ãâó: www.psfdev.com/los/glossary/pltpts.html
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fibromyalgia
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A chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points that occurs in precise, localized areas, particularly in the neck, spine, shoulders, and hips; also may cause sleep disturbances, morning stiffness, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety, and other symptoms.
Ãâó: www.ukhealthcare.uky.edu/patient/glossary/glossary...
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fibrositis
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A term used interchangeably with fibromyalgia.
Ãâó: www.spondylitis.org/patient_resources/glossary.asp...
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fibromyalgia
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A complex chronic painful condition, primarily occurring in women, characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, and fatigue, and accompanied by tender points at defined locations, often associated with a non-restorative sleep pattern.
Ãâó: www.spondylitis.org/patient_resources/glossary.asp...
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