2018
DOI: 10.18073/pajmt.2017.4.25-31
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Nasal thermal activity during voluntary facial expression in a patient with chronic pain and alexithymia

Abstract: The presence of alexithymia (difficulty in recognizing and expressing emotions and feelings) is one of the psychological factors that has been studied in patients with chronic pain. Different psychological strategies have been used for its management; however, none of them regulates the autonomic activity. We present the case of a 74-year-old female patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis with alexithymia. For twelve years he has been taking pregabalin for pain. The main objective of this case study was to… Show more

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“…Patients with alexithymia were shown a video with emotional undertones. Their research demonstrates that the nasal temperature drops when a patient expresses anger or discomfort [ 50 ].…”
Section: Literature Reviewmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Patients with alexithymia were shown a video with emotional undertones. Their research demonstrates that the nasal temperature drops when a patient expresses anger or discomfort [ 50 ].…”
Section: Literature Reviewmentioning
confidence: 99%