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Brain Diseases: Chronic Pain

Internet URL

http://www.aarp.org/health/brain/diseases/chronic_pain.html  External Links Disclaimer Logo

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AARP

Description

More than 48 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Chronic pain is distinguished from temporary pain by its persistent or recurrent nature. This article offers more information about chronic pain, why pain is often undertreated, and what’s new in pain research.

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Review Date

9/7/2006

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