Pain scale

What does "Pain scale" 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

A pain scale is a tool that doctors use to understand how much pain a person is feeling. It's usually a range from 0 to 10, with 0 meaning no pain at all and 10 being the worst pain imaginable. By asking a patient to rate their pain on this scale, doctors can get a better idea of the severity of the pain and how well treatments are working.

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