Are you suffering from Pain? If yes, have a look here. Pain is an uncomfortable feeling that tells you that something is wrong with your body. In response to a stimulus, our nervous system activates, which gives us a feeling of pain. Pain can range from acute(moderate) to chronic(severe), and it may be described as the feeling of throbbing, aching, stabbing, burning, pinching, or soreness. We will further discuss the causes of pain in detail. First, let's know a bit more about pain. Pain can only affect a specific body part or it may hurt all over the body, like in the flu. People respond differently to pain, Some people have high tolerance power whereas some people have very little. So the feeling of pain may vary from person to person. Duration of pain depends upon the type of pain you are dealing with. In acute pain, the pain may start and stop within a few minutes, or it may occur only under a few circumstances. It may also be severe which may last for a while. In chronic pain, the pain may be long-lasting, which comes and goes repeatedly for several months or years. Pain is of many types, a few of them are described below. You must have a look at them too. What are the causes of pain? The pain can be caused by a particular injury or medical condition, and in some cases, it is difficult to find the cause. Some common causes of pain are: ● Stomach ache or cramps ● Headache ● Cut or burn ● Muscles pain or cramps ● Bone fracture ● Toothache Few diseases or disorders like arthritis, endometriosis, and flu can cause pain which is not too common. Some of them are: ● Vomiting ● swelling of the affected area ● fatigue ● nausea ● mood swings What are the types of pain? There are various types of pain and if you are in pain it’s very important to identify its cause which may help your doctor to treat it as soon as possible. Acute pain: This type of pain is intense and stays for a short period. This pain helps you to identify the exact location of the injury or damage and treat that as soon as possible. It may last from a few days, weeks, or months depending on your condition. Acute pain can be caused from: ● Injuries such as muscle strain, burns, cuts, or bone fractures. ● Due to surgery, injection, or dental work. ● Illness such as food poisoning, appendicitis, or flu. Chronic pain: Chronic pain can last for longer or may come and go, over multiple times in a month or a year. It may happen anywhere in your body and affects your daily activities. Some examples of chronic pain are: ● Frequent headaches ● Lower back pain ● Arthritis ● Chronic migraine ● Fibromyalgia pain According to the National Health Interview Survey found that in 2019, nearly 1 in 5 adults in the United States had chronic pain. More than 7 percent of people who have chronic pain face problems in doing their day-to-day work or activities. What is the best medication for severe pain? Medication is one of the best ways to get rid of any kind of pain. Whether your pain is Acute or Chronic ● NSAIDs like Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB), naproxen sodium (Aleve) are the most effective for mild to moderate pains. These drugs are commonly used for menstrual cramps, neck and back injuries, and arthritis. ● Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is recommended as a first-line treatment for mild to moderate pains. ● Celecoxib (Celebrex, Consensi) these medicines aim to reduce common side effects like muscle sprains, strains, back and neck injuries, or menstrual cramps.