Do I Have Allodynia?

Do you experience pain from non-painful stimuli?

Do you feel depressed?

Do you feel anxious?

Do you experience sleep disturbances?

Do you experience fatigue?

Do you have trouble concentrating?

Based on your answer, it’s unlikely that you have allodynia. Allodynia is an unusual problem that can result from several nerve-related conditions. Someone who suffers from this problem feels pain from stimuli that don’t normally cause pain. Examples are brushing the hair, lightly touching the skin, or hot or cold temperatures. To get rid of the problem, the underlying cause needs to be treated.

Based on your answers, you are displaying some signs related to allodynia. Allodynia is an unusual problem that can be caused by several nerve-related conditions. It’s often linked to fibromyalgia and migraine headaches but can also be caused by postherpetic neuralgia or peripheral neuropathy. When you have it, you experience pain from stimuli that don’t normally cause pain. Examples are brushing the hair, lightly touching the skin, or hot or cold temperatures. To get rid of the problem, the underlying cause needs to be treated. If you notice your skin has become more sensitive to touch than you are used to, it may be important to see your doctor.

Unfortunately, you are displaying symptoms typically seen among individuals who have allodynia. Allodynia is an unusual problem that can be caused by several nerve-related conditions. When you have it, you experience pain from stimuli that don’t normally cause pain. Examples are brushing the hair, lightly touching the skin, or hot or cold temperatures. To get rid of the condition, your doctor will need to treat the underlying cause. Depending on this cause, your doctor may recommend medications, lifestyle changes, or other type of treatments. Sometimes, treatment with electrical stimulation or hypnotherapy can be helpful. Make sure to discuss your symptoms with your doctor.