Pain is a significant issue for women, particularly with conditions like menstrual pain and childbirth, but this doesn't mean women are more tolerant of pain. Despite both genders experiencing pain equally, there's a noticeable "gender gap in pain" where women's pain is often underestimated, even by themselves. Ignoring pain can sometimes signal serious underlying illnesses. Yuki Kashiwagi shares her personal struggle with a condition she initially dismissed as "smartphone finger," which turned out to be an incurable disease. A pain specialist also highlights the importance of not ignoring certain types of pain that could indicate severe health issues. #PainAwareness #GenderGapInPain #HealthMatters #WomensHealth #ChronicPain #PainManagement
