Cancer Pain Syndromes Flashcards
1
Q
what is nociceptive pain?
A
pain caused by pathology of the actual pain receptors
2
Q
what is somatic pain?
nociceptive pain
A
pain affecting JOINTS and BONES characterised as stabbing, aching and throbbing
3
Q
what is visceral pain?
nociceptive pain
A
pain affecting structures such as LIVER and GUT causing gnawing or cramping pain
4
Q
what is neuropathic pain?
A
pain caused by abnormal processing in the peripheral or central nervous system
5
Q
what is allodynia?
neuropathic pain
A
non-painful stimuli causing sensation of pain (sometimes seen in morphine toxicity)
6
Q
what is dysesthesia?
neuropathic pain
A
uncomfortable sensations (described as shock-like or burning), suggestive an underlying neuropathic element
