Neuropathic pain: The missing link at the general physician level

Abstract

Summary: An important public health issue is neuropathic pain. It is a common, persistent, and severely disabling condition experienced by those in primary care. An important first step is an accurate diagnosis. It is the first step toward effective pain and disability reduction and management. The history may indicate the presence of pain, and a physical examination may confirm it. Medical professionals lack the skills necessary to diagnose and treat neuropathy pain, in part due to inadequate training during medical school and residency. The primary care physician is critical in avoiding delay in diagnosis, providing proper evaluation and treatment, and improving outcomes while reducing the financial burden on society economy.

Citation: Anwar S. Neuropathic pain: The missing link at the general physician level. Anaesth. pain intensive care 2022;26(5):585-587; DOI: 10.35975/apic.v26i5.2021