In central sensitization, the entire central nervous system becomes sensitized to a stimulus. This is a proposed mechanism for many of the symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, including the way the body amplifies pain signals.
By Adrienne Dellwo, About.com Guide
Updated December 06, 2008
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In central sensitization, the entire central nervous system becomes sensitized to a stimulus. This is a proposed mechanism for many of the symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, including the way the body amplifies pain signals.
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