A patient with a history of lumbar spinal cord nerve compression continues to complain of burning pain. Which type of pain should the nurse realize this patient is experiencing?

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Burning pain is a common symptom of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), which can occur as a result of nerve damage or injury. In contrast, myofascial pain syndrome (B) typically presents as a dull, aching pain in the muscles and may be caused by trigger points or muscle tension. Chronic postoperative pain (C) refers specifically to pain that persists after surgery and is not applicable in this scenario. Phantom limb pain (D) is a type of pain experienced by amputees where they may feel pain in a missing limb.

A Patient with a History of Lumbar Spinal Cord Nerve