When Pain is a Medical Emergency

The following types of pain are always considered a medical emergency:

• Chest Pain that is stabbing like a knife, or squeezing
• Abdominal Pain of so severe a nature that the person is unable to stand upright, or to function in any capacity
• Abdominal Pain that is persistent, aching, and not easily relieved
• Pain in any part of the body that is accompanied by numbness or tingling or swelling
• Sudden pain anywhere that is persistent and intense

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