Nociceptive pain is caused by tissue damage (an inflammatory reaction)

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


T: Nociceptive pain occurs when nociceptors (located on the ends of nerves transmits stimuli) are stimulated by noxious stimuli. The pain is caused by tissue damage (an inflammatory reaction) in the skin, muscles, bone (joint), or internal organs. This is normal pain in response to injury to the body.

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