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| name = Chronic pain | |||
| image = [[File:Discogenic_Pain.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Illustration of discogenic pain, a type of chronic pain | |||
| field = [[Pain management]] | |||
| synonyms = Persistent pain | |||
| symptoms = Pain lasting more than 3 to 6 months | |||
| complications = [[Depression (mood)|Depression]], [[anxiety]], decreased quality of life | |||
| onset = Gradual or sudden | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Injury]], [[disease]], [[nerve damage]], [[psychological factors]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[genetics]], [[lifestyle factors]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Medical history]], [[physical examination]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Acute pain]], [[psychogenic pain]] | |||
| prevention = [[Healthy lifestyle]], [[early intervention]] | |||
| treatment = [[Medication]], [[physical therapy]], [[psychotherapy]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Analgesics]], [[antidepressants]], [[anticonvulsants]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; often requires long-term management | |||
| frequency = Affects millions worldwide | |||
| deaths = Rarely directly fatal, but can lead to complications | |||
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==Chronic Pain== | ==Chronic Pain== | ||
'''Chronic pain''' is a complex and persistent pain condition that lasts for more than three months. It can arise from an initial injury, such as a back sprain, or there may be an ongoing cause, such as illness. However, some people suffer chronic pain in the absence of any past injury or evidence of body damage. | '''Chronic pain''' is a complex and persistent pain condition that lasts for more than three months. It can arise from an initial injury, such as a back sprain, or there may be an ongoing cause, such as illness. However, some people suffer chronic pain in the absence of any past injury or evidence of body damage. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Chronic pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Chronic pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
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* [[Migraine]] | * [[Migraine]] | ||
* [[Multiple sclerosis]] | * [[Multiple sclerosis]] | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of chronic pain can vary widely and may include: | The symptoms of chronic pain can vary widely and may include: | ||
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* [[Mood changes]] | * [[Mood changes]] | ||
* [[Decreased appetite]] | * [[Decreased appetite]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosing chronic pain involves a comprehensive evaluation, including: | Diagnosing chronic pain involves a comprehensive evaluation, including: | ||
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* Physical examination | * Physical examination | ||
* Diagnostic tests such as [[X-rays]], [[MRI]], or [[CT scans]] | * Diagnostic tests such as [[X-rays]], [[MRI]], or [[CT scans]] | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for chronic pain often requires a multidisciplinary approach, including: | Treatment for chronic pain often requires a multidisciplinary approach, including: | ||
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* [[Nerve blocks]] | * [[Nerve blocks]] | ||
* [[Surgery]] | * [[Surgery]] | ||
==Management== | ==Management== | ||
Managing chronic pain involves a combination of treatments and lifestyle changes, such as: | Managing chronic pain involves a combination of treatments and lifestyle changes, such as: | ||
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* [[Stress management]] | * [[Stress management]] | ||
* [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | * [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Pain management]] | * [[Pain management]] | ||
* [[Neuropathic pain]] | * [[Neuropathic pain]] | ||
* [[Inflammatory pain]] | * [[Inflammatory pain]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
* [https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/factsheets/chronic-pain.htm CDC Chronic Pain Factsheet] | * [https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/factsheets/chronic-pain.htm CDC Chronic Pain Factsheet] | ||
* [https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Chronic-Pain-Information-Page National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke] | * [https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Chronic-Pain-Information-Page National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke] | ||
{{Medical conditions}} | {{Medical conditions}} | ||
{{Pain management}} | {{Pain management}} | ||
[[Category:Chronic pain]] | [[Category:Chronic pain]] | ||
[[Category:Pain management]] | [[Category:Pain management]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
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| Chronic pain | |
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| File:Discogenic Pain.png | |
| Synonyms | Persistent pain |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain lasting more than 3 to 6 months |
| Complications | Depression, anxiety, decreased quality of life |
| Onset | Gradual or sudden |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Injury, disease, nerve damage, psychological factors |
| Risks | Age, genetics, lifestyle factors |
| Diagnosis | Medical history, physical examination, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Acute pain, psychogenic pain |
| Prevention | Healthy lifestyle, early intervention |
| Treatment | Medication, physical therapy, psychotherapy, surgery |
| Medication | Analgesics, antidepressants, anticonvulsants |
| Prognosis | Varies; often requires long-term management |
| Frequency | Affects millions worldwide |
| Deaths | Rarely directly fatal, but can lead to complications |
Chronic Pain[edit]
Chronic pain is a complex and persistent pain condition that lasts for more than three months. It can arise from an initial injury, such as a back sprain, or there may be an ongoing cause, such as illness. However, some people suffer chronic pain in the absence of any past injury or evidence of body damage.
Causes[edit]
Chronic pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of chronic pain can vary widely and may include:
- Persistent pain that lasts for weeks, months, or years
- Stiffness
- Fatigue
- Sleep disturbances
- Mood changes
- Decreased appetite
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosing chronic pain involves a comprehensive evaluation, including:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for chronic pain often requires a multidisciplinary approach, including:
- Medications such as analgesics, antidepressants, and anticonvulsants
- Physical therapy
- Psychotherapy
- Acupuncture
- Nerve blocks
- Surgery
Management[edit]
Managing chronic pain involves a combination of treatments and lifestyle changes, such as:
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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