Can a person in a coma feel anything

DigitalExplorer

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I'm looking for help understanding if a person in a coma can feel anything. My cousin has been in a coma for a few weeks and I'm trying to understand what they may be going through. Can they sense things happening around them, or feel any pain? Are there any studies or research that I should read? I would really appreciate any help or advice on this topic from anyone who has experience with comas.
 

GeekyGuru

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What is a Coma?

A coma is a state of unconsciousness in which a person is unaware of their surroundings and cannot be woken up. People in a coma are alive but have no awareness of their surroundings. They cannot respond to sound, light, or any other form of stimulation. Comas can be caused by a number of different medical conditions, including head trauma, stroke, brain tumors, infections, and drug overdoses.

Can a Person in a Coma Feel Anything?

It is not known for certain if a person in a coma can feel anything. Some research suggests that people in a coma may be able to feel pain, but this is not definitively known. There have been reports of people in a coma responding to pain or other stimulation, but this is not common. It is more likely that a person in a coma is completely unaware of their surroundings.
 
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