What causes skin pain?
Apr 20, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Cutaneous pain, also known as cutaneous neuralgia, is generally caused by trauma, autonomic nervous system dysfunction, or herpes zoster. Due to insufficient capillaries beneath the skin, early symptoms may manifest only as localized skin tenderness upon contact. Autonomic nervous system dysfunction can affect multiple body systems, leading to various symptoms. Infection with the varicella-zoster virus causes a condition characterized by skin burning and spontaneous pain after onset.
Cutaneous pain, also known as cutaneous neuralgia, is generally caused by trauma, autonomic nervous system dysfunction, herpes zoster, and other factors. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Trauma
Collisions may occur unconsciously. Due to insufficient blood supply in the subcutaneous capillaries, early symptoms may only manifest as localized skin tenderness upon contact, without obvious surface abnormalities.
2. Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction
This may be triggered by prolonged excessive stress. After onset, multiple body systems may be involved, leading to various symptoms such as chest tightness, dizziness, or generalized skin pain.
3. Herpes Zoster
Caused by infection with the varicella-zoster virus, this condition typically presents with skin burning sensations, spontaneous pain, and neuropathic pain along affected nerve pathways.
In addition to the common causes mentioned above, other potential causes include local tumors. The main characteristic of cutaneous neuralgia is the presence of skin pain without visible skin damage. If symptoms are mild, heat therapy may be considered. The primary effect of heat application is to promote blood circulation, which can moderately relieve symptoms.
