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===Why does it hurt?=== | ===Why does it hurt?=== | ||
There are many many causes of physical pain, but | There are many many causes of physical pain, but unless your ex-wife runs you over in a truck, love is not one of them. It is one of the most common symptoms, and probably leads to about a jillion days off work each year. | ||
===What should I know?=== | ===What should I know?=== | ||
The key thing about pain is [[pain control]]. | The key thing about pain is [[pain control]]. | ||
Revision as of 16:58, 30 November 2009
Unfortunately pain does not always show a helpful red glow. This would be useful for medical assessors working out if people are faking back pain
Ow, that hurts!
Pain is very common. It means something is hurting.
Why does it hurt?
There are many many causes of physical pain, but unless your ex-wife runs you over in a truck, love is not one of them. It is one of the most common symptoms, and probably leads to about a jillion days off work each year.
What should I know?
The key thing about pain is pain control.