Article
Genetics of chronic pain states.
Best practice & research. Clinical rheumatology - 1 Jun 2007
Buskila Dan
Abstract excerpt
Chronic pain states are common in the general population. Genetic factors can explain a significant amount of the variability in the perception of pain. Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) and related conditions are syndromes characterized by generalized pain sensitivity as well as a constellation of other symptoms. Family studies show a strong familial aggregation of FMS and related conditions, suggesting the importance...
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