A grimace is a brief, involuntary facial movement that conveys discomfort, pain, or a neurological disturbance. It often appears as a twisted or tightened mouth, furrowed brows, or a combination of both. While a single grimace can be a normal response to a fleeting stimulus (e.g., a sudden pinch), persistent or frequent grimacing may signal an underlying medical condition.
In clinical practice,
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