Neuropathic pain is a severe clinical condition caused by damage to the nervous system. It often feels like a burning, shooting, tingling ice or stabbing sensation. Conditions such as diabetes or nerve injury can cause neuropathic pain, which is often long lasting and has a major impact on quality of life. It is difficult to treat because the underlying factors and mechanisms are unknown. Currently, there are no effective treatments for this devastating condition because the clinical presentation varies from person to person.
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