Interstitial cystitis, which is also referred to as painful bladder syndrome, is a condition characterized by pain, discomfort or pressure in the bladder and occasionally, pelvic pain. The bladder pain results from a chronic inflammation of the...
Anxiety disorders are relatively common mental health problems that affect around 40 million Americans each year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Anxiety disorders include panic disorder, which is characterized by panic...
Joint pain occurs as a symptom of many autoimmune diseases, in some conditions as a primary defining symptom of the disease, and, in others, as a secondary symptom that occurs in more advanced or longstanding cases, or as one of an array of...
Rheumatologists diagnose and treat diseases and conditions that deal with the joints, muscles and bones. These conditions can include arthritis, autoimmune diseases like lupus, musculoskeletal pain disorders, osteoporosis, fibromyalgia and...
Stomach pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including temporary illness or chronic disease. Often, the pain is associated with mild indigestion that may include bloating, flatulence, diarrhea and excessive fullness. These mild symptoms,...
Cymbalta is a medication used for the treatment of depression, anxiety and certain types of pain. Although Cymbalta is often an effective treatment for these conditions, serious adverse effects can occur with the use of this medication. In rare...
SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine), a dietary supplement, is the synthetic version of a naturally occurring compound found in the body. It has been used by Europeans for years as an alternative treatment for depression and arthritis. It is also used as...
Using cold and heat therapies correctly can help speed the healing of injuries such as a strained Achilles tendon. Using them incorrectly won't cause serious damage, but doing so can increase pain and swelling, rather than reduce them....
Some treatments are so common and taken for granted that we use them without giving a second thought to them. Heat therapy is commonly used for pain relief, to relax tight muscles and help heal minor injuries. One of the jobs of scientists is...
Steroids and acupuncture are used to treat a variety of pain disorders. Both may be advantageous in different ways. Steroids are strong, highly effective medications to deal with a number of specific pain disorders. Unfortunately, their lack of...
Trazadone is classified as a tetracyclic antidepressant. It is used to treat tremors, anxiety disorders and depression. Trazadone may also be used in the treatment of some phobias and pain disorders. It can be used as a sedative as well. Trazadone...
You probably know that cayenne peppers lend spicy Mexican food dishes their mouth-watering hotness, but you might be surprised to learn that cayenne might also be valuable in reducing nerve pain. The cayenne plant belongs to the Capsicum family of...
According to the National Fibromyalgia Association (NFA), fibromyalgia is a complex chronic pain disorder that affects individuals physically and mentally. More than 5 million American adults suffer from this condition according to the National...
Nerve pain can range from uncomfortable to excruciating. It can be persistent or temporary. And it can have a variety of causes: nerve malfunction, infection, injury and a range of disorders. Although nerve pain can be more difficult to treat than...
According to the Mayo Clinic, between 5 percent and 15 percent of Americans suffer from temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, disorders. The TMJ is the joint that connects the main part of the skull to the jawbone, and is active when we speak and chew....
Sciatic pain can be uncomfortable and cause problems with mobility in persons affected. Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve and its branches, or from your back down your buttock and leg. According to...
A lap pool is a linear pool designed for swimmers to swim laps and exercise, but additional pool activities are enjoyable in a lap pool. Swimming is recognized as a beneficial exercise in therapy and rehabilitation. In addition, swimming is the...
Duloxetine is a drug made by the Eli Lily company. It is sold under the trade name of Cymbalta. According to a summary published in the journal "Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics," duloxetine may be useful in several medical conditions. These...
Neuropathic pain can be defined as a nerve pain or disorder. There are complex nerve disorders such as Multiple Sclerosis and general nerve pain disorders such as what is commonly referred to as a "pinched nerve." This article focuses on...
Heartburn does not affect the heart; it is so named because it causes a burning sensation in the lower chest as well as a hot, bitter, sour or acidic taste in the throat and mouth that can induce feelings of nausea. Heartburn usually occurs after...
Athletic trainers and physical therapists sometimes use moist heat for pain relief. A company called Duro-Med Industries manufactures the Therabeads Neck Pain Relief Pack for the home-therapy product market. The company's research and development...
The sneezing, itchy eyes and runny nose that accompanies allergies can be extremely frustrating. Skin prick testing is one way to diagnose allergies and to determine the specific allergen to which the patient is reacting. This test is performed...
Whether you are dealing with muscle pain due to exercise or for another health ailment, prescription medications and drugs like aspirin and ibuprofen can cause adverse reactions in some patients. Luckily, there are also herbal supplements used in...
Disorders of the feet and ankles are common conditions in the United States. About 75 percent of Americans experience foot pain at some time during their lives, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Poorly fitting shoes, trauma...
Everyone experiences pain at certain times. However, certain disorders that cause chronic muscle pain, such as fibromyalgia, rheumatic disorders and osteoarthritis, may be linked to low levels of vitamin D. Dietary supplementation with vitamin D...
Fibromyalgia is a disorder that is complex and not always easy to diagnose. Treatments exist to help patients manage the symptoms, and some individuals may want to explore herbal options to help treat their fibromyalgia. Valerian is one of these...
5-hydroxytryptophan, or 5-HTP, is a precursor of the neurotransmitter serotonin, which helps regulate mood and behavior. For this reason, 5-HTP might benefit sleep, mood and pain disorders, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center,...
In general, antidepressants enhance the availability of naturally occurring chemicals called neurotransmitters to the brain and are categorized into groups based on the chemicals in the brain they affect. There are three types of antidepressants...
According to the "Clinical Handbook of Psychotropic Drugs," mood stabilizers fall into three chemical classifications: lithium, anticonvulsants and tryptophan. Medications in each of these categories are used to treat mood disorders, such as...
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