Neuralgia
/nʊˈrældʒə/
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Nerve Related
Neuralgia specifically refers to sharp pain from nerve issues, not general body aches. 
After the accident, he experienced neuralgia in his arm.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Term
Neuralgia is a clinical term often used by healthcare professionals. 
The doctor diagnosed her facial discomfort as trigeminal neuralgia.
Pro Tip 3/3Intensity of Pain
The pain described by neuralgia is intense and can be debilitating, not mild. 
His neuralgia was so intense that even a light touch caused immense pain.