visceral pain LP 12 Flashcards
1
Q
what is visceral pain ?
A
pin affecting the soft organs and body tissue or viscera
2
Q
is visceral pain common?
A
yes
3
Q
does visceral pain effect men or women more?
A
women
4
Q
when period of life would visceral pain effect women most?
A
during reproductive life
5
Q
what organs do visceral pain effect?
A
somatic organs (skin, muscles, joints, bone)
6
Q
how would you describe the pain felt with visceral pain? (what pattern it follows)
A
referred pain
7
Q
Where does chest pin refer?
A
Left shoulder and chest
8
Q
Where does gut and bladder pain refer?
A
Low back
Stomach
Pelvis
