Common causes of chronic pain in kidney diseases
Chronic pain is a frequent and troubling symptom for many people with kidney disease. Understanding this pain is crucial for those affected, their families,...
Research shows the connection between rheumatoid arthritis and blood cancer mutations
A group of researchers from Adelaide and the United States has uncovered a surprising link between a less common type of rheumatoid arthritis and...
How to reduce headaches linked to high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a health condition that often goes unnoticed because it can occur without any significant symptoms.
However, in...
How to manage nerve pain in diabetes
Diabetic neuropathy is a nerve-damaging disorder commonly associated with diabetes. This condition stems from prolonged high blood sugar levels and affects about half of...
Why some common painkillers may actually cause pain
A recent study from McGill University is challenging long-standing methods of treating pain with anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids, suggesting that these common treatments might...
Research finds a drug that controls post-surgery pain effectively
At the Medical University of South Carolina, researchers have made an exciting breakthrough.
They've discovered that a drug called N-acetylcysteine (NAC), which is already approved...
Breakthrough in knee pain treatment offers non-surgical relief
A team from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has introduced a promising non-surgical treatment for knee pain, bringing hope to many who suffer from joint...
New blood test can improve early detection of knee osteoarthritis
Scientists at Duke Health have developed a blood test that can predict knee osteoarthritis years before the condition is visible on X-rays.
This discovery, detailed...
Making opioid addiction treatment more accessible
In the fight against opioid addiction in the United States, one of the main tools used is a medication called buprenorphine. This drug is...
Common heartburn drugs linked to higher risk of migraine headaches
People using acid-reducing medications may be more likely to experience migraines and severe headaches, suggests a recent study published in Neurology Clinical Practice.
This study,...