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Allodynia

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Updated May 12, 2008

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Definition: Pain that is felt in response to stimuli that normally doesn’t hurt. Allydonia is one possible outcome of damaged nerves.
Examples:
An example of allydonia is when the feeling of light clothing, such as a shirt or blouse, on your skin causes you to feel pain.

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