India, Nov. 19 -- We often talk about a "normal" level of pain as if it's something universal - but is there really such a thing? For someone living with a chronic condition, or an 85-year-old with arthritis, zero pain may be unrealistic, while others may go about their day without any discomfort at all. Pain is a deeply personal experience shaped by biology, history and health.

Dr Sermed Mezher, a family medicine physician and health content creator based in England, explains what can be considered a "normal" level of pain - and whether that's even the right measure to use. In an Instagram video posted on 19 November, the doctor highlights that pain is a deeply individual experience and explains what truly matters when healthcare provid...