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What is Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy?

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome or RSD (also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome) is a neurological syndrome characterized by disabling pain, usually following some sort of neurological or bone injury (particularly fractures). Other symptoms may include pathological changes in bone and skin, excessive sweating, tissue swelling, and extreme sensitivity to touch.

For the rest of this wonderful article by Dr. Donnica please go to the following link:

http://health.yahoo.com/health/ate/drdonnica/alldaily/2004/03/00026317

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