What does spasm mean?
A sudden, involuntary contraction of a muscle or a sudden, severe pain, often accompanied by a feeling of intense discomfort or anxiety. A spasm can also refer to a sudden, intense feeling of fear or anxiety.
Example
"The patient experienced a severe spasm in her back after lifting the heavy box."
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