______________ is a condition in which ordinarily nonpainful (nonnoxious) stimulus such as a light touch induces pain

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Tooth allodynia: Allodynia occurs when an ordinarily nonpainful stimulus such as a light touch causes pain. This can occur in many situations including migraine and teeth.

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