Kerri - Depression is a very common symptom of fibromyalgia. Also, antidepressants, especially the older tricyclics (like Elavil™ - amitriptyline) and Effexor XR™ (venlafaxine) seem to ease some of the other symptoms (eg. pain, fatigue) as well as easing the depression. The mechanism of action for relieving depression seems to be different from that of controlling pain. I do have some sketchy details on these. I gave a presentation to a CFS/fibromyalgia/neuropathic pain about six months ago, but my notes are packed away in the garage (until I buy some filing boxes).

I did a quick search of <A target="_blank" HREF=http://www.google.com/search?q=fibromyalgia+++depression&btnG=Google+Search>Google</A>, so just click the blue word and surf to your heart's content.

BTW Welcome! - Cam

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