Brain scans reveal hidden inflammation in chronic pain and fatigue patients
NCT ID NCT03759522
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study uses a special PET scan to measure brain inflammation in people with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple sclerosis, and healthy volunteers. Researchers want to see if those with pain and fatigue have higher levels of brain inflammation. The study does not test any treatment—it only observes and compares brain activity.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center
RECRUITINGBirmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States
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