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A. Visceral pain is localized at first and later diffused.
B. Cutaneous pain is a dull pain that stems from tendons.
C. Deep somatic pain stems from structures such as blood vessels.
D. Psychogenic pain is a physical pain that arises from internal organs.


Answer: C

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