Why does women’s pain last longer than men’s? A new study offers an answer​Why does women’s pain last longer than men’s? A new study offers an answer 

 Women are more likely to experience chronic pain, studies have found, and their pain lasts longer, on average. New research suggests it’s because of immune system differences.  ​​Women are more likely to experience chronic pain, studies have found, and their pain lasts longer, on average. New research suggests it’s because of immune system differences.