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Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, Headache and Migraine Glossary

by Teri Robert
for About.com

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Definition: A chronic meuropathic condition characterized by severe burning pain, excessive sweating, pathological changes in bone and skin, and extreme allodynia. High association with headaches and Migraine.
Also Known As: complex regional pain syndrome, CRPS
Examples: The pain and burning of reflex sympathetic dystrophy can sometimes be relived with Botox.

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