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My child doesn't seem to feel pain — should I be worried?

A child who genuinely doesn't seem to feel pain deserves a prompt medical check first, as reduced pain response can be a safety matter and sometimes has a neurological cause. Often there's a reassuring explanation, but a true absence of pain reaction warrants seeing a paediatrician without delay. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

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What does it mean if my child doesn't seem to feel pain?

A child who doesn't seem to feel pain may process sensation differently — often part of sensory processing — but reduced pain awareness can occasionally signal a medical concern needing review. Noticing it is a strength; a calm developmental and medical check is the right next step. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

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What should I do if my child doesn't seem to feel pain?

If a child doesn't seem to feel pain, see a paediatrician promptly — this is a medical-first question. Reduced pain response can reflect sensory under-responsiveness, but medical or neurological causes must be reviewed first. Keep your child safe from unnoticed injuries meanwhile. AbilityScore® is part of Pinnacle’s developmental assessment. Diagnosis, where needed, requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

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