Could Pain Be Contagious, Just Like Happiness?

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By Dr. Mercola

By Dr. Mercola

According to recent research, pain can spread among mice by way of smell, suggesting physical pain — at least among animals — can develop as a result of social cues alone. In other words, pain may be contagious.1

While researchers are not suggesting the same is happening among humans just yet, the discovery has significant implications for scientists working on addiction withdrawal (which tends to lower pain tolerance) and various drugs, especially pain relieving medications. As reported by STAT News:2

“Researchers are now wondering whether past studies might have overlooked some mice’s pain …read more

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