Which statement correctly describes chronic pain?
A) It follows a period of acute pain that persists for more than six months.
B) It follows inception of nociceptive processes.
C) It always has an identifiable cause and duration.
D) It responds well to pain medication and limited interventions.

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Chronic pain is defined as pain that persists for more than six months, often following an initial period of acute pain. Unlike acute pain, which is a normal sensation triggered in the nervous system to alert you to possible injury and the need to take care of yourself, chronic pain persists—often for months or even longer.

Which Statement Correctly Describes Chronic Pain