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Which of the following heavy metal can cause Fibromyalgia?
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Praseodymium
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Europium
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Gadolinium
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Livermorium
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Gadolinium is a heavy metal that can cause fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas. Gadolinium is commonly used in contrast agents for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. Some individuals may develop a condition known as gadolinium deposition disease (GDD) after exposure to gadolinium-based contrast agents. GDD can cause symptoms similar to fibromyalgia, including chronic pain and fatigue. Therefore, gadolinium is the correct answer as it is a heavy metal that can potentially cause fibromyalgia-like symptoms.