phantom limb pain


noun Pathology.

a phenomenon characterized by the experience of pain, discomfort, or other sensation in the area of a missing limb or other body part, as a breast.
Also called phantom limb, pseudesthesia.

Origin of phantom limb pain

First recorded in 1950–55

British Dictionary definitions for phantom limb

phantom limb

noun

the illusion that a limb still exists following its amputation, sometimes with pain (phantom limb pain)

Medical definitions for phantom limb (1 of 2)

phantom limb

n.

The sensation that an amputated limb is still attached, often associated with painful paresthesia. pseudesthesia

Medical definitions for phantom limb (2 of 2)

phantom limb pain

n.

Pain or discomfort felt by an amputee in the area of the missing limb.