Study: Women’s Pain Has Been Misunderstood

Research from the University of Calgary shows that women’s pain may have been misunderstood for decades. In rodents, there appear to be biological differences between the sexes, with males and females experiencing pain through different pathways. This means certain pain medications, like opioids, may be less effective in women. Better treatments for women may involve blocking the hormone leptin. Other research has also shown that leptin levels are linked to pain severity in women with fibromyalgia. For any woman who has struggled with pain, this research could help provide targeted care. (Study Finds)