How to Describe Central Nerve Pain

Central nerve pain is a type of pain that is also called neuropathic pain as well as central pain. It is caused by an injury or disorder that has affected a person's central nervous system. Since central nerve pain is a generalized condition, it can be difficult to describe. It is important to make an appointment with your doctor and relay the symptoms of your central nerve pain.

Things You'll Need

• Doctor's visit

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Instructions

• 1

  Distinguish the difference between nerve pain and muscle pain. Muscle pain is temporary and can be directly related to an injury. Over-the-counter pain relievers are typically effective as a treatment for muscle pain. On the other hand, central nerve pain is usually not relieved with these painkillers. Also, central nerve pain is rarely the result of trauma.

• 2

  Describe the sensations that you feel when you are symptomatic. Another characteristic of central nerve pain is that you may have a pins-and-needles sensation. In other incidences, the pain can be sharp and stabbing. It will usually start out as tingling pain and progress to the stabbing sensation.

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  Let the physician know that the pain is chronic. A characteristic of central nerve pain is that the pain occurs on a regular basis, meaning that you have had at least several episodes of the pain and they usually occur at the same time of day.

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  Try to pinpoint the area that the pain is emanating from. Central nerve pain often starts in one part of the body and then moves to surrounding areas. For instance, the pain can start in the hands and then radiate through the arms.

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  Describe any other symptoms you may be having. Central nerve pain is a secondary symptom of another disorder. Central nerve pain sufferers frequently also have diabetes, neurological disorders or stroke.