acute pain

Acute pain is a sudden, sharp sensation that signals your body has been hurt or is in danger. It's a normal response designed to protect you, prompting you to react and avoid further injury. For example, touching something hot causes immediate pain, encouraging you to withdraw quickly. Acute pain usually lasts from a few seconds to a few weeks and resolves as the underlying injury heals. It involves nerves sending signals to the brain to alert you to specific damage, helping the body respond appropriately to protect itself.