pain (sensation)

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The bodily and emotional experience consisting of physiological and affective responses to an undesirable event. Often serves as a warning mechanism that protects an organism from the threat of injury or potential injury by stimulating a withdrawing response from harmful stimuli.
pain
Accepted term: 17-Mar-2025