Investigating the association between the symptoms of women with Fibromyalgia, Digestive function, and markers of the microbiota of the Gastrointestinal Tract (The FIDGIT Study): study protocol

Sharon Erdrich; Jason A Hawrelak; Stephen P Myers; Momchilo Vuyisich; Joanna E Harnett

doi:10.1186/s12891-023-06259-3

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Investigating the association between the symptoms of women with Fibromyalgia, Digestive function, and markers of the microbiota of the Gastrointestinal Tract (The FIDGIT Study): study protocol

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Investigating the association between the symptoms of women with Fibromyalgia, Digestive function, and markers of the microbiota of the Gastrointestinal Tract (The FIDGIT Study): study protocol

Sharon Erdrich, Jason A Hawrelak, Stephen P Myers, Momchilo Vuyisich and Joanna E Harnett

BMC musculoskeletal disorders, Vol.24, 150

27/02/2023

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-023-06259-3

PMID: 36849949

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Fibromyalgia

Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders

Microbiome

Study Protocol

Background Fibromyalgia a common idiopathic condition affecting around 1.4% of adults globally. Its signature symptom is chronic widespread pain, with a constellation of somatic and psychological symptoms. Fibromyalgia is associated with significant reductions in quality of life, yet to date there is no biochemical marker for its diagnosis. Previous studies have indicated a strong association with gastrointestinal dysfunction, and more recently, alterations to the gut microbiome. No studies have examined the inter-relationship between fibromyalgia, gastrointestinal dysfunction, and the microbiome. This prospective observational case-controlled study will gather data on gastrointestinal function, dietary intake, fermentation patterns of ingested carbohydrates, and symptoms commonly associated with fibromyalgia. These will be evaluated alongside human gene expression and metatranscriptomic analysis of the oral and faecal microbiome. Methods Adult women aged ≥18 years diagnosed with fibromyalgia and/or meeting ACR 2016 criteria, and healthy family or age-matched controls will be recruited from the community. From consenting participants, we will collect detailed survey information and samples of blood, urine, stool, saliva, and breath. Discussion This is the first prospective study examining interactions between digestive function, human gene expression, and the gut microbiome together with general, and fibromyalgia-specific, symptoms experienced by New Zealand women. This exploration will allow an in-depth understanding of clinically relevant factors that are associated with fibromyalgia and will guide further research and contribute to improved management of this poorly understood condition.

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Title: Investigating the association between the symptoms of women with Fibromyalgia, Digestive function, and markers of the microbiota of the Gastrointestinal Tract (The FIDGIT Study): study protocol
Creators: Sharon Erdrich - University of Sydney
Jason A Hawrelak - Hobart, Tasmania Australia
Stephen P Myers - Southern Cross University
Momchilo Vuyisich - Viome Life Sciences Inc, Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Joanna E Harnett - Sydney, New South Wales Australia
Publication Details: BMC musculoskeletal disorders, Vol.24, 150
Publisher: BioMed Central
Identifiers: 991013092527902368
Academic Unit: Office of the Vice Chancellor; Office of Senior Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research; National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine
Language: English
Resource Type: Journal article

Investigating the association between the symptoms of women with Fibromyalgia, Digestive function, and markers of the microbiota of the Gastrointestinal Tract (The FIDGIT Study): study protocol

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