Painkillers February 5, 2015 Senator seeks to block Zohydro pain drug Sen. Joe Manchin is calling on the government's top health official to overturn the approval of a powerful painkiller, arguing that the pill Zohydro could add to the national epidemic of prescription drug abuse.
PAIN MANAGEMENT January 13, 2015 College student may lose limbs after passing out in -17 degree cold A college student found unconscious outside a neighbor's house in Duluth had been outside in subzero temperatures for more than nine hours and suffered severe hypothermia, according to police.
PAIN MANAGEMENT November 20, 2014 Is Your Smartphone to Blame for Your Pain? So-called Blackberry Thumb did not emerge with the introduction of the smartphone. In fact, repetitive strain injuries, which are grouped under repetitive motion disorders by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, are common among assembly line workers and seamstresses. Anyone who engages in the same action day in and day out, whether they are gardening or lifting a baby out of a crib, can hurt his or her thumb or wrist.
PAIN MANAGEMENT November 20, 2014 Five Ways to Manage Your Headaches For millions of Americans who experience regular headaches, the pain and irritation can affect their daily lives. Headaches are triggered by a variety of factors, from health conditions and lifestyle habits to diet and behavior. The good news is that it may be possible to suppress or even eliminate headaches altogether with the help of a few measures.
PAIN MANAGEMENT November 20, 2014 J&J recalls infant Tylenol due to bottle flaw Johnson & Johnson said it was recalling its entire U.S. supply of infant Tylenol after parents complained about problems with a new dosing system, the latest in a string of recalls for the healthcare giant
Sciatica November 20, 2014 Radiating Lower Body Pain May Mean Sciatica Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve — the body’s longest — from the lower back down the buttock and leg. Sciatica, medically known as Lumbar Racidulopathy, is by itself is a symptom, not a full-blown disorder and can signal an underlying health condition such as a herniated disk, according to the Mayo Clinic. The pain will usually resolve itself within a few months, although severe cases may require medical intervention. If you are feeling pain from your hips to your feet, here’s a guide to sciatica from top to bottom:
Fibromyalgia November 20, 2014 Fibromyalgia Marked by Widespread Pain, Fatigue Fibromyalgia affects millions of people nationwide, but very little is known about the nature of the disease, and the cause has not been determined. Doctors have no definitive way to diagnose it, nor has a cure been discovered. Here is a guide to understanding fibromyalgia:
Headaches and Migraines November 20, 2014 Migraines, Inner Ear Problems Can Trigger Vertigo Dizzy spells are often harmless and can fade quickly, but if your disorientation exceeds mere dizziness, you may have vertigo, which often manifests as the illusion of the room spinning around you. Other times you may feel as if the inside of your head is spinning. Here are a few tips to help you understand the difference between mere dizziness and vertigo.
Arthritis November 20, 2014 Septic Arthritis Caused by Infectious Bacteria Septic��or infectious arthritis��occurs when a fungal or bacterial infection causes arthritic symptoms.��The term “arthritis” describes a range of joint disorders that are primarily characterized by pain, swelling and inflammation. While the pain and swelling may be similar, septic arthritis is very different from more common forms of the disorder, such as osteoarthritis.
Arthritis November 20, 2014 Osteoarthritis Caused by Natural Wear and Tear Affecting approximately 27 million Americans, osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis,��reports the Arthritis Foundation. Osteoarthritis affects many people’s daily lives by causing ongoing pain and��limiting mobility. While osteoarthritis is a lifelong disorder, treatment is available. Here is a guide to understanding the basics of osteoarthritis:
PAIN MANAGEMENT November 20, 2014 Urinary Tract Infections Marked by Painful, Burning Urination Urinary tract infections (UTIs) account for over 8 million visits to health care providers annually, making them the second most most common type of internal infection, reports the National Kidney & Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NKUDIC). Your urinary tract has mechanisms built in to keep germs out, but as the numbers show, infections can still occur. Marked by painful and frequent urination, UTIs can greatly affect your daily life. Luckily, UTIs are preventable, easily diagnosed and treatable.