Central Pain Syndrome

Central Pain Syndrome

Introduction

Central pain syndrome is a neurological condition caused by damage to or dysfunction of the central nervous system, which includes the brain, brainstem, and spinal cord. This syndrome can be caused by stroke, multiple sclerosis, tumors, epilepsy, brain or spinal cord trauma, or Parkinson’s disease.

Symptoms

Pain is the only symptom. The extent of pain and the areas affected are related to the cause of the injury.

Causes

Damage to the CNS.

Prevalence

Unknown

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Last Updated on 17 May 2021