Genetic clue to chronic pain could lead to new treatments for the condition

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 - 22:28 in Health & Medicine

Chronic pain is a serious medical problem, afflicting approximately 20 percent of adults. Some individuals are more susceptible than others, and the basis for this remains largely unknown. In a new study, researchers have identified a gene associated with susceptibility to chronic pain in humans, signaling a significant step toward better understanding and treating the condition.

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