In 2025, clinical outpatient procedures for fibromyalgia increased by 33.5% in the Campinas region, with a total of 2,379 treatments performed compared to 1,782 in 2024. This surge in cases is part of a broader trend observed throughout the state of São Paulo, which registered over 38,000 fibromyalgia-related procedures within the public healthcare system, known as SUS. The increase exceeds 30% compared to the previous year, indicating a rising prevalence or diagnosis of this chronic condition.

Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, anxiety, memory and attention difficulties, as well as excessive tiredness and depression, according to the Brazilian Society of Rheumatology (SBR). The increase in diagnoses and treatments may be reflective of greater awareness of the condition among healthcare providers as well as the general public. As more patients seek help for their symptoms, there may be an accompanying push for improved treatment options and further research into fibromyalgia.

Personal testimonies, such as that of Luciana de Oliveira, who has lived with fibromyalgia for 15 years, highlight the ongoing challenges patients face with this condition. Luciana describes the pain as pervasive throughout her body, noting that medication does not always provide the relief she needs. Such individual experiences underscore the importance of understanding fibromyalgia not just as a medical condition, but also as a significant contributor to patients' quality of life, necessitating a multifaceted approach to care and support.