Bothered by chronic pain? Its source may surprise you

Pain that lingers or worsens is usually a signal to see a doctor. Medical professionals, however, don’t always diagnose the problem correctly in the initial visit. Chronic pain sufferers, in particular, may want to get a second opinion. Researchers at Johns Hopkins have reported that 40 to 80% of chronic-pain patients are misdiagnosed. Being misdiagnosed can lead to ineffective treatments and…