Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hypoalgesia
Noun
/ˌhaɪ.poʊ.ælˈdʒiː.zi.ə/
Definition
A reduced sensitivity to pain.
Examples
- After the treatment, the patient reported hypoalgesia in the affected limb.
- Hypoalgesia can be a side effect of certain pain medications.
- The doctor explained that hypoalgesia might occur after nerve damage.
Meaning
Hypoalgesia refers to a condition where an individual experiences a lesser degree of pain in response to a painful stimulus compared to the normal response.
Synonyms
- Decreased pain sensitivity
- Reduced pain perception
