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Episode: Ep 194 "Chronic Pain & Autism: Unpacking the Connection with Kristen Hovet on 'The Other Autism Podcast' Part 1
Description: Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions In this episode Dr. Lenz, is interviewed by Kristen Hovet, host of The Other Autism Podcast. The conversation delves into Dr. Lenz's medical background, his dedication to lifelong learning, and his focus on chronic pain syndromes such as fibromyalgia, EDS, POTS, and more. Dr. Lenz explains three types of pain: nociceptive, neuropathic, and nociplastic pain, and discusses the significant overlap between invisible illnesses and neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism. The interview sheds light on the challenges and misconceptions in diagnosing these conditions, emphasizing the need for a holistic, evidence-based approach to...