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<journal-title-group><journal-title>International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research</journal-title><abbrev-journal-title>IJMABHR</abbrev-journal-title></journal-title-group>
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<article-id pub-id-type="publisher-id">296</article-id>
<article-id pub-id-type="doi">10.54660/IJMBHR.2025.6.1.74-79</article-id>
<title-group><article-title>Fibromyalgia Syndrome: It’s more than just a mere syndrome</article-title></title-group>
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<contrib contrib-type="author"><name><surname>Parvez</surname><given-names>Sidrah</given-names></name></contrib>
<contrib contrib-type="author"><name><surname>Fatima</surname><given-names>Ghizal</given-names></name></contrib>
<contrib contrib-type="author"><name><surname>Alhmadi</surname><given-names>Hekmat B</given-names></name><xref ref-type="aff" rid="aff1"/></contrib>
<contrib contrib-type="author"><name><surname>Hadi</surname><given-names>Najah</given-names></name><xref ref-type="aff" rid="aff2"/></contrib>
<contrib contrib-type="author"><name><surname>Fedacko</surname><given-names>Jan</given-names></name><xref ref-type="aff" rid="aff3"/></contrib>
<aff id="aff1"><label>1</label>Department of Chemistry, College of Medicine, AL-Muthanna University, Samawah, Iraq</aff>
<aff id="aff2"><label>2</label>Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kufa, Iraq</aff>
<aff id="aff3"><label>3</label>Department of Gerontology and Geriatric, Medipark, University Research Park, PJ Safarik University, 040-11 Kosice, Slovakia</aff>
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<pub-date publication-format="electronic" date-type="pub"><year>2025</year></pub-date>
<volume>6</volume>
<issue>1</issue>
<fpage>74</fpage>
<lpage>79</lpage>
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<date date-type="received"><day>06</day><month>12</month><year>2024</year></date>
<date date-type="accepted"><day>07</day><month>01</month><year>2025</year></date>
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<abstract><p>Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) is a complex, chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, cognitive difficulties, and a variety of other symptoms. Despite being one of the most common chronic pain conditions, affecting millions worldwide, FMS remains poorly understood and frequently misdiagnosed. This paper aims to delve deeper into the multifaceted nature of fibromyalgia, challenging the perception that it is merely a syndrome. The pathophysiology of FMS involves a combination of genetic, neurobiological, and environmental factors. Central sensitization, where the central nervous system becomes hypersensitive to pain stimuli, plays a crucial role. Additionally, imbalances in neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and norepinephrine, contribute to the heightened pain perception and emotional symptoms observed in FMS patients. The syndrome also often coexists with other conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, migraine, and temporomandibular joint disorders, further complicating its diagnosis and management. Traditional diagnostic criteria for FMS, based primarily on tender points and symptom reports, have evolved. Understanding the underlying mechanisms and interactions within the neuroendocrine-immune system is crucial for developing more effective interventions. This paper underscores the necessity of recognizing fibromyalgia as more than just a syndrome. It is a multifactorial condition with profound implications for patients&apos; physical, emotional, and social well-being. Enhanced awareness, comprehensive diagnostic criteria, and integrated treatment strategies are essential for improving the quality of life for patients with FMS.</p></abstract>
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