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Living with Chronic Pain
50.2
Million People
Chronic Pain
20% of American Adults live with chronic pain.
Shop Pain ManagementWhat is Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain is pain that persists for over three months. The pain can be continuous, or it may come and go. The pain can be felt anywhere and at any time. It is estimated that more than 50 million adults in America suffer from chronic pain, and it is the number one cause of disability globally. Without proper treatment, chronic pain can affect one’s quality of life and even affect one’s mental well-being.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of chronic pain include mild to very bad pain that does not go away as expected after an illness or injury. It may be shooting, burning, aching, or electrical. You many also feel sore, tight, or stiff in the affected area.
Chronic pain may be caused by certain health conditions. It is more common in people who are older. Treatment of chronic pain usually involves medicines and therapy. Consult your physician to see which treatment is best for you.
Symptoms
Some common symptoms of chronic pain are as follows:
These symptoms can lead to other symptoms and conditions, such as: