Painkillers October 24, 2015 FDA staff flag likely dosing errors with Purdue's opioid painkiller U.S. Food and Drug Administration staff have expressed concerns over likely errors in administering Purdue Pharma's fast-acting oxycodone painkiller that could result in inadequate relief.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome October 24, 2015 What happens during carpal tunnel release surgery? Under the Knife: Performing repetitive hand movements like typing or sewing can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome. When medication or other treatments don’t provide relief, carpal tunnel release surgery may be necessary. Dr. Manny goes into the operating room to show us exactly how it’s done
Headaches and Migraines October 23, 2015 Doctors remove 50 maggots from man’s nose Surgeons prevented 50 maggots from burrowing into an Indian man’s face by extricating the flesh-eating creatures from deep inside his sinuses, The Independent reported.
Painkillers October 23, 2015 Report: Specialty drugs drive prescription spending jump Prescription drugs spending jumped 13 percent last year, the biggest annual increase since 2003, according to the nation's largest pharmacy benefits manager.
PAIN MANAGEMENT October 23, 2015 How to prevent and treat inflammation Inflammation is associated with a number of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and even cancer. Â Dr. Mark Liponis, medical director of Canyon Ranch, shares his expertise on how to identify, treat and prevent inflammation in the body
PAIN MANAGEMENT October 23, 2015 Is the placebo effect in some people’s genes? Some people may be genetically programmed to feel better after taking placebo pills, while others may only heal with real drugs, suggests a new review of existing research.
Medications October 23, 2015 Drug that caused 'elephant man' side effect makes comeback after 2006 disaster An experimental drug that caused appalling side effects in a clinical trial nine years ago is back in tests for rheumatoid arthritis and is showing promise when given at a fraction of the original dose.
Painkillers October 23, 2015 Pain killer prescription practices vary widely among US states, study finds Wide state-by-state variations in how often U.S. doctors prescribe opioid pain killers underline the need for tighter regulations for "pain clinics" that dispense the potentially deadly drugs, particularly in Southern states, a federal agency said on Tuesday.
Rare Diseases October 23, 2015 Woman misdiagnosed with cerebral palsy learns pill can cure her symptoms A Minnesota woman misdiagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP) nearly 30 years ago has learned that her symptoms could have been managed by taking a pill, kfor.com reported.
Headaches and Migraines October 23, 2015 FDA approves first device to prevent migraine headaches Agency officials said the device provides a new option for patients who cannot tolerate migraine medications.
PAIN MANAGEMENT October 23, 2015 The right way to use cortisone injections On a daily basis, I am asked what the downsides of cortisone injections are. Â The answer depends on location of the injection, medical history, type of steroid used, and technique. Steroid injections have received mixed reviews in the media lately, but when used judiciously, they can cure joint swelling, restore motion, and significantly reduce pain