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agony anguish distress suffering discomfort soreness aches tenderness irritation inflammation torment misery wretchedness affliction tribulation trouble hardship adversity hurt injury lesion wound trauma strain sprain cramp spasm ache pang stitch throb twinge smart sting burn sear scald boil abscess ulcer lesion tumor cyst growth swelling bruise contusion concussion laceration gash cut slash grieve mourn lament bemoan regret sorrow grief heartache heartbreak sadness melancholy despondency gloom despair

A feeling of discomfort, distress, or suffering, often caused by injury or illness.

A state of emotional or mental anguish, such as sadness, grief, or regret.
A sensation of physical discomfort, such as a sharp or dull ache.
A troublesome or annoying situation that causes discomfort or distress.
A feeling of unease or discomfort that is often caused by a physical or emotional stimulus.

The patient was in severe pain after the surgery and required strong medication to manage it.
The loss of her loved one caused her immense emotional pain and grief.
The athlete suffered a painful injury during the game and had to be taken out.
The couple's relationship was causing them both a lot of pain and they decided to go their separate ways.
The doctor examined the patient's wound and determined that it would be a painful recovery process.