What are the symptoms of complex regional pain syndrome?
The symptoms of complex region pain syndrome include:
- A painful, burning feeling in the affected area (usually an arm, leg, hand or foot), often long after the time when your injury should have healed
- The affected skin may be tender to the touch, swollen and very sensitive to hot or cold temperatures
- Change in skin color (skin often turns red, blue or white)
- Change in skin texture (skin over the affected area may become thin or shiny)
- Stiffness and pain in the joints
- Muscle pain and weakness
- Loss of mobility in the affected area
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Written by familydoctor.org editorial staff
Reviewed/Updated: 11/10
Created: 01/99



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