Why do they tend to downplay it so much most of the time? Do they truly not think it will be painful? Or is there some other reason for that?
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I asked a relative who is a physician the same question regarding a GYN appointment. This is the explanation as best as I can recall it. If you tell someone it’s going to hurt, it magnifies their perception as painful, thus increasing the pain. Also, keep in mind that pain thresholds vary. (I personally plan ahead and have some Tylenol on board for GYN appointments now that I know what to expect.)
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