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Can a concussion cause the nerve disorder reflex neurovascular dystrophy?

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See below: I believe you mean reflex sympathetic dystrophy which is an old term and has been replaced by the term chronic regional pain syndrome. I have not seen a concussion do this.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 6/23/2014

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