A pain receptor, also called a nociceptor, is a sensory receptor that responds to noxious or painful stimuli.
El receptor del dolor, también llamado nociceptor, es un receptor sensorial que responde a estÃmulos nocivos o dolorosos.
| Front | pain receptor |
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| Back | A sensory receptor that responds to noxious or painful stimuli; also called a nociceptor. |
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