Rating Pain
Women seem to be more sensitive to pain than men. A study published in 2004 in the Journal of Pain looked at men and women ages 25 to 45. The participants reported their pain level when a blood pressure cuff was inflated and left in place for several minutes, creating an aching feeling.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Godsey, Cynthia M.S., M.S.N., APRN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Lambert, J.G. M.D.
Last Annual Review Date:
2/28/2005