Paying attention to your own body's signals does not mean living in fear of illness or trying to reach a diagnosis on your own. However, unusual, intense or persistent pain should not be ignored.
Four types of pain that should not be ignored, according to doctors
Paying attention to your own body's signals does not mean living in fear of illness or trying to reach a diagnosis on your own. However, unusual, intense or persistent pain should not be ignored. Not all discomfort indicates a serious...
Experts interviewed by HuffPost pointed out which demonstrations deserve greater attention. Sudden and persistent pain Severe pain that appears suddenly and does not improve should be investigated, regardless of the area of the body affected.
- According to Michael Turturro, professor of emergency medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, this type of symptom needs to be taken seriously.
- “Usually, sudden, intense pain that doesn’t go away is something that should really catch anyone’s attention,” he said.
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Not all discomfort indicates a serious problem, but some types of pain require faster medical evaluation, especially when they appear suddenly or are accompanied by other symptoms.
Experts interviewed by HuffPost pointed out which demonstrations deserve greater attention.
Sudden and persistent pain
Severe pain that appears suddenly and does not improve should be investigated, regardless of the area of the body affected.
According to Michael Turturro, professor of emergency medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, this type of symptom needs to be taken seriously.
“Usually, sudden, intense pain that doesn’t go away is something that should really catch anyone’s attention,” he said.
Pain that persists for a long time should also be reevaluated. In some cases, it may be necessary to start treatment or undergo a procedure. Seeking care early can prevent worsening of the condition and more complex interventions.
Chest pain
Chest pain can have different causes and is not always related to a heart problem. Still, as it is one of the symptoms associated with a heart attack, it must be evaluated quickly.
"Chest pain should be a concern regardless of whether or not a person has a history of heart problems. It needs to be investigated as soon as possible," explained Mark Conroy, an emergency physician at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Calf pain with swelling or redness
Pain in the lower leg, especially in the calf, can be worrying when accompanied by swelling, local heat or redness.
According to Conroy, these symptoms may be related to clot formation or deep vein thrombosis.
“I'm always worried that these could be signs associated with blood clots or venous thrombosis,” he said.
Severe pain in the upper back
Severe pain in the upper back, especially when it appears suddenly and causes a tear-like sensation, also requires immediate care.
According to experts, this symptom may indicate a problem in the aorta, the body's main artery.
Conroy explains that the tearing sensation may be associated with a serious change in this blood vessel and, therefore, should not be ignored.
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