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snippet: "These include central sensitization, associated with an increase in the release of both excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters; peripheral sensitization, involving alterations in peripheral nociceptor signaling; and inflammatory and immune mechanisms that develop concurrently with the aforementioned processes."
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explanation: Establishes peripheral sensitization involving nociceptor signaling as one of three key pathophysiological processes in fibromyalgia.
and sensory signaling. CNS-enriched heritability with neural gene prioritization
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establishes genetic predisposition to altered pain perception and modulation.
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biological_processes:
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- preferred_term: Pain Perception
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term:
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id: GO:0019233
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label: sensory perception of pain
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evidence:
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- reference: PMID:21905019
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supports: SUPPORT
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snippet: "Evidence of association in the replication cohort was observed for TAAR1, RGS4, CNR1, and GRIA4."
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explanation: Large-scale genetic study identifies TAAR1, RGS4, CNR1, and GRIA4 as genes with evidence of association with fibromyalgia in replication cohort.
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phenotypes:
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- name: Chronic Widespread Pain
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category: Musculoskeletal
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id: HP:0007328
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label: Impaired pain sensation
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supports: SUPPORT
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snippet: "Central sensitization (CS), amplified pain processing within the central nervous system, is widely accepted as a core mechanism in FM pathophysiology."
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explanation: Central sensitization leads to amplified pain processing resulting in hypersensitivity to normally non-painful stimuli.
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- name: Joint Stiffness
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category: Musculoskeletal
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frequency: FREQUENT
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preferred_term: Autonomic Dysfunction
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term:
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id: HP:0002459
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label: Dysautonomia
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id: HP:0012332
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label: Abnormal autonomic nervous system physiology
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biochemical:
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- name: Substance P
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presence: Elevated
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supports: SUPPORT
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snippet: "CSF SP levels were 3-fold higher in FMS patients than in normal controls (P < 0.001)"
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explanation: Documents dramatic elevation of substance P in cerebrospinal fluid of fibromyalgia patients.
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- name: Small Fiber Pathology
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description: >
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Structural and functional abnormalities of thinly myelinated Aδ and
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unmyelinated C-fibers affecting approximately 50% of patients.
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Reduced intraepidermal nerve fiber density (IENFD) with proximal
snippet: "These include central sensitization, associated with an increase in the release of both excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters; peripheral sensitization, involving alterations in peripheral nociceptor signaling; and inflammatory and immune mechanisms that develop concurrently with the aforementioned processes."
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explanation: Establishes peripheral sensitization involving nociceptor signaling as one of three key pathophysiological processes in fibromyalgia.
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supports: SUPPORT
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snippet: "Whether ongoing peripheral nociceptor input is required to initiate and sustain CS in established FM remains controversial, despite evidence of subtle inflammation, muscle or metabolic abnormalities, and small-fiber pathology."
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explanation: Acknowledges small-fiber pathology as documented peripheral abnormality that may contribute to central sensitization maintenance.
and sensory signaling. CNS-enriched heritability with neural gene prioritization
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label: sensory perception of pain
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supports: SUPPORT
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snippet: "Evidence of association in the replication cohort was observed for TAAR1, RGS4, CNR1, and GRIA4."
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explanation: Large-scale genetic study identifies TAAR1, RGS4, CNR1, and GRIA4 as genes with evidence of association with fibromyalgia in replication cohort.
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supports: SUPPORT
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snippet: "The analgesic properties of the CB-1 cannabinoid receptor have been well-documented"
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explanation: CNR1 gene encodes CB-1 cannabinoid receptor with documented analgesic properties, supporting potential role in fibromyalgia pain modulation.
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- name: Glutamate
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presence: Elevated
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context: Insula levels on MRS
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treatment_term:
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preferred_term: psychotherapy
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label: psychotherapy
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id: MAXO:0000077
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label: behavioral counseling
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- name: Sleep Hygiene Education
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description: Behavioral interventions to improve sleep quality and reduce non-restorative sleep patterns.
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treatment_term:
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preferred_term: patient education
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label: patient education
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label: behavioral counseling
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- name: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
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description: Meditation and mindfulness practices for pain management and stress reduction.
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preferred_term: behavioral intervention
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label: behavioral intervention
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label: cognitive and behavioral intervention
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- name: Aquatic Therapy
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description: Water-based exercise therapy for low-impact conditioning and pain relief.
Fibromyalgia is a syndrome characterized by chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain, which may or may not be associated with muscle or joint stiffness, accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and depression. It is a highly prevalent condition globally, being considered the third most common musculoskeletal disorder, following lower back pain and osteoarthritis. It is more prevalent in women than in men, and although it can occur at any age, it is more common between the ages of thirty and thirty-five. Although the pathophysiology and etiopathogenesis remain largely unknown, three underlying processes in fibromyalgia have been investigated. These include central sensitization, associated with an increase in the release of both excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters; peripheral sensitization, involving alterations in peripheral nociceptor signaling; and inflammatory and immune mechanisms that develop concurrently with the aforementioned processes. Furthermore, it has been determined that genetic, endocrine, psychological, and sleep disorders may influence the development of this pathology. The accurate diagnosis of fibromyalgia remains challenging as it lacks specific diagnostic biomarkers, which are still under investigation. The complexity associated with this pathology makes it difficult to establish a single effective treatment. Therefore, treatment is multidisciplinary, involving both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions aimed at alleviating symptoms. The non-pharmacological treatments outlined in this review are primarily related to physiotherapy interventions. The effectiveness of physical exercise, both on land and in water, as well as the application of electrotherapy combined with transcranial therapy and manual therapy has been highlighted.
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Keywords: fibromyalgia; physical exercise; physiopathology; quality of life.
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