All questions about Fibromyalgia
What is a flare, and how long does it last?
A period when the usual symptoms get much worse. In one study, about two thirds of people had at least one in six months, and flares often lasted weeks.
The full answer, with the sources, is in the guide.
Sources
- Gomez-Arguelles, Moreno-Zazo and Maestu: Characterizing fibromyalgia flares, a prospective observational study (Reumatologia)
- Vincent, Whipple and Rhudy: Fibromyalgia flares, a qualitative analysis (Pain Medicine)
Reviewed 2026-11-07 · next review 2027-11-07