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 Mnemonic
of
Central Pain
A Key to Remembering Central
Pain Components
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Medical literature adopts a functional definition of terms
when discussing Central Pain, just as a
neurologist might do in reporting symptoms of "spinothalamic dysfunction" as
they are classically, but not necessarily anatomically, defined. (Anthoney 1993) The terms
used to describe Central Pain are as varied as the individuals who contract the disease.
The purpose of this study was not to investigate the validity of terms, but to suggest the
unifying concepts behind the terms used. As data in the categories is accumulated, it
should be possible to determine which symptoms are central to the pain state and which
stem from injury to neighboring structures.
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"M.D. has C.P."
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A mnemonic of Central Pain is helpful to remember
the various areas to which inquiry must be directed, "M.D. h.a.s. C.P." This
suggests to the mind the different pain components. The referenced terms are Muscle,
Dysesthesias, Hyperpathia, Allodynia, Shooting (lancinating), Circulatory
(pins and needles), and
Peristaltic.
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offer medical advice. If you have concerns about your health, please see a
qualified health care provider.Copyright © 2001 by David Berg
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