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

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

fibromyalgia multiple sclerosis myalgic encephalomeyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome

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  • University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center

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    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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