ASSESSMENT OF THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF PATIENTS WITH FIBROMYALGIA: LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

This study aims to assess the quality of life of patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia, taking into account physical, political and biosocial factors. Fibromyalgia is a chronic rheumatic syndrome that significantly affects the quality of life of its patients due to physical and emotional symptoms such as chronic pain, fatigue, sleep disorders, depression and anxiety. A literature review was conducted using databases and scientific articles such as SciELO and PUBMED. The specific objectives of the research included describing the profile of patients, investigating the relationship between chronic pain and quality of life, identifying the most prevalent symptoms that negatively impact quality of life, and discussing strategies and interventions to improve the diagnosis, treatment and sociopolitical situation of these patients. This study is justified by the need to obtain information about the quality of life of these patients, understand their needs, clarify their situation regarding various facets that define quality of life and consequently lead to advances in treatment and development and/or approval of public policies, providing qualified lifestyle and more personalized therapies to meet the individual needs of those with the syndrome, and educate the public about fibromyalgia, in order to reduce its stigma and provide more support to patients.