Mind-Blowing Facts About Genetics That Doctors Wish We All Knew

Redheads are known to have a higher pain tolerance while also needing more anesthesia, believed to be associated with the MC1R gene. This gene, responsible for red hair, also influences pain sensitivity and response to anesthesia.

Redheads often display greater sensitivity to certain types of pain, particularly temperature-related discomfort, yet they may have a higher tolerance for other forms of pain. Additionally, they may require more anesthesia for procedures due to their diminished response to certain sedatives.