neuralbeans t1_j2cj8xp wrote
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Is delayed pain perception a problem for very tall people such as those with giganticism?
mckulty t1_j2cwzi8 wrote
The difference between nerves that carry light touch and nerves that carry deep pain is pretty big. Remember stubbing your toe and waiting for the pain to arrive?
The difference between a short person and a tall person is not as big as that.
keithatcpt t1_j2eshe2 wrote
Robert Wadlow (tallest man ever) died from an infection on his foot when he couldn’t feel a brace cutting into his skin.
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