Nerve Pain
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Nerve pain, or neuropathic pain, is a discomfort that arises when the nerves that transmit the body's signals are affected or irritated. It is perceived differently from ordinary pain and can be persistent.
How it feels: it is usually described as burning, electric shocks, tingling, stabbing, or a sensation of current. Sometimes it is accompanied by greater sensitivity in the area.
Frequent causes: it can be related to compression of a nerve, certain metabolic diseases, injuries, or processes that affect the nervous system.
Which specialist treats it? The pain specialist, called a pain management physician, and the general practitioner guide the evaluation of this type of discomfort. When nerve pain is constant or affects your daily life, seeking a professional evaluation helps understand its origin.
Data on 1,728 doctors who treat nerve pain
Which specialist treats nerve pain?
Nerve pain requires evaluation by an anesthesiologist with pain management training, or by a pain specialist, who focuses specifically on this type of condition. You can find these specialists for comprehensive care.
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Frequently asked questions
What is nerve pain?
Nerve pain, or neuropathic pain, is a discomfort that arises when the nerves that transmit the body's signals are affected or irritated. It is perceived differently from ordinary pain and can be persistent.
Which doctor treats nerve pain?
Nerve pain requires evaluation by an anesthesiologist with pain management training, or by a pain specialist, who focuses specifically on this type of condition. You can find these specialists for comprehensive care.