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Pain

Pain is a way your body lets you know it's hurting or feels uncomfortable. It's like a signal that something doesn't feel right, like if you accidentally touch a hot stove or if you get an owie from falling down. You might feel a sharp or burning ache, or even a tingly or prickly feeling. Pain lets us know it's time to take care of ourselves and find out what's wrong.
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