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Genetic and epigenetic regulation of Catechol-O-methyltransferase in relation to inflammation in chronic fatigue syndrome and Fibromyalgia.
Journal of translational medicine - 25 Oct 2022
Polli Andrea, Hendrix Jolien, Ickmans Kelly, Bakusic Jelena, Ghosh Manosij, Monteyne Dora, Velkeniers Brigitte, Bekaert Bram, Nijs Jo, Godderis Lode
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BACKGROUND: Catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) has been shown to influence clinical pain, descending modulation, and exercise-induced symptom worsening. COMT regulates nociceptive processing and inflammation, key pathophysiological features of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia (CFS/FM). We aimed to determine the interactions between genetic and epigenetic mechanisms regulating COMT and its influence on...
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