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Gut Bacteria and Mental Stress in Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review
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Abstract
Ten studies were analyzed, revealing significant differences in gut microbiota composition between fibromyalgia patients and healthy controls.
- Most studies indicated an imbalance in gut microbial communities among fibromyalgia patients.
- Alterations in gut microbiota were linked to higher levels of psychological distress, including emotional and cognitive symptoms.
- Differences in gut permeability were observed in fibromyalgia patients compared to healthy controls.
- The findings suggest potential impairment in the gut-brain axis regulation in stress-related pain conditions.
- Further research is required to understand the microbiota-gut-brain axis's role in the mechanisms of fibromyalgia.
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