Yn aml, gall y sawl sy’n byw gyda phoen parhaus ddioddef symptomau a all effeithio ar bob agwedd ar eu bywydau. Amcangyfrifir bod rhwng 11% ac 20% o’r boblogaeth yn byw gyda rhyw fath o boen parhaus, cyflyrau a all hefyd gael effaith ddifrifol ar iechyd meddwl, y gallu i weithio a pherthynas gyda ffrindiau a theulu.
Often those living with persistent pain can suffer from symptoms which can affect all aspects of their lives. It is estimated between 11% and 20% of the population live with some form of persistent pain, conditions which can also have a serious effect on mental health, ability to work and relationships with friends and family.