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9 Cards in this Set
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Pain
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the subjective conscious appreciation of a stimulus that is causing, or threatening to cause, tissue damage.
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Nociception
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the physical process of detection and transmission of damaging or potentially damaging (noxious) stimuli
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Nociceptors
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Structures which detect noxious stimuli
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Algesia
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the induction of a condition leading to nociception and pain
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Analgesia
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reduction or prevention of either nociception or pain without loss of consciousness
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Mechanical nociceptors?
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detect high intensity mechanical, strong thermal (>60C)
myelinated and thicker |
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Polymodal nociceptors?
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detect high intensity mechanical, thermal (heat >45C and cold <10C), chemical
unmyelinated |
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What fiber is the first pain caused by?
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A delta fiber
myelinated and thicker fast sharp pain well tolerated |
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What fiber is the second pain caused by?
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C fiber
slow pain burn aching, throbbing, itch poorly tolerated |