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Is pain amplification syndrome the same as fibromyalgia?
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No difference: Fibromyalgia is a generalized amplification of pain or hypersensitivity. It is a generalized systemic condition that is characterized by widespread aching or pain throughout the body, notably in the weight bearing muscles.
Answered 12/5/2014
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