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What is the difference between Chronic Pain and Acute Pain?

Do you know that chronic pain can also be acute pain? This article talks about how to differentiate between the two types of pain and how to treat them effectively.

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What is the difference between Chronic Pain and Acute Pain?

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  1. Chronic Pain and Acute Pain?

  2. Chronic Pain vs. Acute Pain Pain is an indication of some problem with our body. Pain occurs when something hurts, causing an uncomfortable or unpleasant feeling. The presence of pain often means that something is wrong. The best judge of your pain is you. There are 2 different types of pain referred to as acute and chronic pain. When it comes to pain the types of pain does not matter and it can range from mild to severe. All pain can reduce your quality of life as well as prevent you from living the life you deserve. What is the difference between Chronic Pain and Acute Pain? The main difference between acute and chronic pain is that acute pain typically has a specific, treatable cause. Usually, chronic pain is not easily diagnosed because it can be rooted in underlying, “invisible” causes.

  3. Acute Pain • This type of pain begins suddenly and is usually sharp in quality. It serves as a warning of disease or a threat to the body. Acute pain is the result of sudden and specific reasons. This pain is sharp in quality that often doesn’t last longer than six months. The acute pain would go away when there is no longer an underlying cause for the pain. Acute pain might be caused by various events or circumstances, such as: • Surgical Pain • Traumatic Pain includes broken bone, cut, or burn • Dental Work • Labor and childbirth • Muscle strain • Acute pain may range from mild that might last just a moment or severe that could last for weeks or months. Mostly, acute pain does not last longer than six months, and it disappears when the underlying cause of the pain has been treated or has healed.

  4. Chronic Pain • This type of pain usually lasts for over three months that can happen anywhere in your body. Chronic pain may be present all the time, or it may come and go. • Chronic pain can interfere with your daily activities including working, having a social life, and taking care of yourself or others. Chronic pain can lead to depression, anxiety, and trouble sleeping that can worsen your pain. This results in a pain cycle that’s difficult to break. Chronic pain may lead to fear of re-injury, which could limit your ability to return to work or leisure activities. • Chronic pain is the result of various conditions that include: • Headache. • Arthritis. • Cancer. • Nerve pain. • Back pain. • Fibromyalgia. • Stress affects the body, producing physical as well as emotional conditions due to chronic pain like: • Continue to Read More Click Here

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