Causes of Chronic Pain

There are several potential causes of constant pain:

Arthritis - Inflammation and damage of the joints from conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can cause long-lasting pain. Over time, cartilage loss occurs which can lead to bone rubbing against bone and constant pain symptoms.

Back Pain - Issues like herniated discs, spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease puts pressure on spinal nerves and causes chronic back pain. Back injuries from accidents or falls can also result in constant pain.

Neuropathy - Damage to the peripheral or central nervous system often from conditions like diabetes, shingles or chemotherapy causes altered pain signal processing (neuropathy) and constant pain sensations.

Migraines - Frequent or daily migraine headaches that last hours or days can be considered a cause of constant Chronic Pain. Underlying triggers like food sensitivities or hormone fluctuations need to be identified and addressed.

Fibromyalgia - A condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue and cognitive or memory issues. The cause is unknown but genetics and environmental factors might play a role.

Symptoms of Constant pain

In addition to experiencing persistent pain, patients with constant pain also commonly report:

- Sensitivity to touch, pressure, heat or cold in the painful area

- Fatigue, inability to sleep due to pain interfering with sleep

- Mood changes like depression and anxiety due to long term impact of pain

- Cognitive impairments or problems concentrating from constant pain and lack of sleep

- Other issues like decreased appetite, sexual dysfunction or digestive problems

- Aggravation of pain from activities that were previously pain-free

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