Ongoing pain condition

What does "Ongoing pain condition" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

An ongoing pain condition refers to a state where a person experiences discomfort or distress for a long period of time. This is not a temporary situation like a headache that goes away after a few hours or a day. Instead, the pain persists for weeks, months, or even years. The pain could be constant or it could come and go, but it's a regular part of the person's life.

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