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Pain is informally defined as the body's way of uncovering a problem. Whether due to an injury, infection, or something else, pain alerts a person that something is not right. Sometimes pain goes along with inflammation and swelling, and when it does, the problem is more evident. Oftentimes, pain is more generalized to the entire body, signaling a viral infection such as a flu virus. Still other times, there is no apparent root cause for a person's pain. Yet, millions of people suffer from some form of pain on a daily basis.Understanding Pain walks readers through the various types of pain, the causes and symptoms, as well as the methods of treatment currently available. From prescription medication to acupuncture and massage therapy, various approaches may work for some but not for others.
About the Author
Naheed Ali, M.D., Ph.D., began writing professionally in 2005 and later completed lifestyle medicine training from Harvard Medical School in 2012. He has taught at several colleges and has written several books on medical topics. Additional information is available at www.NaheedAli.com .