Causes Of Congenital Insensitivity To Pain

Congenital insensitivity to pain is a very rare disorder that prevents an individual from feeling pain. While individuals born with this disorder can discern the difference between feelings of hot and cold and pressure and lightness of touch, they cannot tell when this has caused an injury. Congenital insensitivity to pain can be dangerous as the individual can become grievously injured and due to the absence of pain, may be unaware of their injury or how severe it is. As such, the life expectancy is lower for those with the disorder. Get to know the causes of congenital insensitivity to pain now.

Increased Production Of Endorphins

Endorphins are a group of hormones produced in the brain that are responsible for the feelings of satisfaction, excitement, and pleasure. Endorphins also act as an analgesic or pain reliever due to the fact they interact with the opiate receptors in the brain. Researchers believe one reason individuals with congenital insensitivity to pain do not feel pain is due to an insurgence of endorphins to the brain. While individuals without the disorder may have a have increased production of endorphins in response to external (seeing something beautiful) or internal (feeling stress) processes, research indicates individuals with congenital insensitivity to pain may have not only a consistent production of endorphins, but also increased secretion of the hormone.

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