Referred pain is a condition in which pain is felt in a location different from its actual source due to the complex functioning of the nervous system. This occurs when nerve pathways overlap, causing the brain to misinterpret pain signals.

This article explains the mechanisms of referred pain, its main types (visceral and somatic), and common clinical examples. Understanding this phenomenon is important for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment in medical practice.

Referred pain, nervous system, visceral pain, somatic pain, diagnosis

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