Pain Perception

Pain perception is the way our body and brain interpret harmful or potentially harmful stimuli. When we experience pain, specialized nerve endings send signals to the brain, which processes these signals and produces the sensation of pain. This process helps protect us by alerting us to injury or illness. Pain can vary in intensity and quality and is influenced by emotional, psychological, and social factors, meaning it's not just a physical response. Understanding pain perception is important for effective pain management and treatment in medicine.