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Pain
Physical pain is a part of life. We all experience it, whether a scrape on the knee or a broken bone, receptors in our bodies sent pain signals all the way from our extremities to our brains. Here you might ask and answer questions about unexplained pain, what it could mean, and what to do about it.
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Currently, physicians use self-reporting on a 10-point scale, where 1 is the least pain and 10 is the worst pain. The rating is subjective, meaning patients rate their own pain symptoms. However, physicians and medical / nursing staff can also use objective criteria of what they observe about a patient and the patient's behaviors.
What could cause pain in your hip joint?
Arthritis, or did you throw your hip out at some point? See your doctor, meanwhile if you're not on any prescription medications, take some Ibuprofen, which will help eliminate any swelling that maybe causing the pain.
How long will a 10mg oxycodone stay in urine?
3-8 days. Drinking water, eating different does not work. If it's there it's there.
What cranial nerve is involved in toothache?
Trigeminal neuralgia is a rare disorder of the sensory fibers of the trigeminal nerve (fifth cranial nerve), which innervate the face and jaw. The neuralgia is accompanied by severe, stabbing pains in the jaw or face.
How can you treat back pain and leg pain?
Having had 3 major spinal fusions over the past 12 years, and having dealt with spinal problems for over 20, I can tell you that the rule of thumb is that if you can walk, reduce the disk inflammation and pain, anything you can do that keeps you from surgery, try it. Spinal surgery should be the absolute last option when all other things have been tried, or you're looking at a wheelchair or loss of mobility if you don't.
As far as treatment, it depends completely on your specific injury, the affected area of the spine ((if you have pain in the leg it's likely lumbar related), and the amount of physical damage. Other factors include scar tissue buildup, disks affected (if you're experiencing daily nerve pain in you leg (middle of the back, down to the small of the back, across the waist and hip, the side of the leg and thigh and into the inside of the knee) then you're already experiencing a disk problem that needs to be corrected anyway.
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For your particular situation, having already had an injury you need to see a Neurosurgeon. While surgery may not be necessary (remember what I said about when to have it) Neurosurgeons are the best qualified to deal with the diagnosis and long term treatment plan as they deal with it daily. Your other option is a Pain Specialist, but they're only going to send you to a Neurosurgeon anyway as they can't treat what they don't fully know about, and only pictures and analysis will determine what you need.
You can also consider a Chiropractor, but they'll know you've had an injury, and will be unwilling to manipulate you without pictures.
There are 2 sites you can use for research that I've used in the past and I recommend to others - links are below.
You should also start tracking your pain with a Pain Diary. You can get those in the Publications section of the APF site or there are some other good ones on the Partners Against Pain site. It will help you down the road if you eventually require stronger meds. Normally only those in formal pain programs are required to use them, but doing it without having to shows you're committed to the fundamental ideals of the pain management process/system. It also gives a doctor documented evidence you're not just BS'ing him to get painkillers. You don't want to go there - I've endured the best and worst of the system, and trust me when I say it's not fun.
If you're not already using an anti-inflammatory drug you should be to get the disk inflammation down.
Why do you have pain with your foley catheter?
well not necessarily it could mean alot of things i suggest you go to a Doctor they shouldn't wait no time as they take chest pain seriously! my dad had chest pains then it came out he had angina so its best its checked out
What is the cause of pain on the right side of the neck?
Sounds like a neck strain and/or misalignment in the neck. Misalignments put pressure on nerves, and that causes pain. If you strained a muscle perhaps in the lower right neck it typically will affect the nerves on that side, causing neck pain in that area. For some good exercises and stretches go to this site: http://www.arc4life.com/site/615058/page/993935
What causes pain in the heels of your feet?
I had two heel spurs, one in each heel. I suffered terribly for about 5 years, and I worked in a hospital ?.. No- one knew about these at the time I was in pain, till I bought two Orthotics half way ones, and used them every-time I was on my feet. It took about three months for the pain to go. The heel spurs (they are a bone that looks like a claw.) they stay, but the inflammation around the heel spur goes. It's the only thing that helped get rid of mine, without having an operation or injections. Do not wear tight fitting or high heeled shoes . You could also buy full fitting shoes but a half a size bigger to be able to take the Orthotic comfortably. Try and use Trainers with the orthotics in at all times. Therapeutic treatment of heel pain associated with Plantar Fasciitis, Heel spurs, and related discomforts use Heel Orthotics. The orthotic helps lift the Plantar Fasciitis directly beneath the part of the foot where the heel meets the arch of the foot. These help the heel's natural fat pad, and provides natural structural reinforcement to prevent collapse of the mid foot. You can buy them from a chemist, the ones you have fitted, cost an arm and a leg. So make inquiries first about the cost. I hope this information helps everyone who has this very painful affliction. Believe me it REALLY WORKS... It certainly did for me.
How do you make your toothache stop?
If a tooth is hurting, then you should probably not pull it out. You should probably get a oral anasthetic, such as Anbesol or Orajel,( i have anbesol) and numb the tooth. You will not get any pain. After a while, the tooth will get out of its numbness and begin paining again. Keep applying (every 2 hours atleast once) and it will probably not pain for you. DO NOT EAT HARD FOODS! If something gets stuck in that gap, it will hurt a lot!
If it hurts unbearably, consult a dentist. I had to get mine extracted.
Hope I helped!
How long does arthritis pain last?
Arthritis itself wont kill you however it can weaken you to a point where some other ailment can do you in. one of the treatments for arthritis involves weakening your immune system for instance.
What is pain in the gallbladder called?
Pain in the gallbladder may indicate gallstones, which can pass on their own, but surgical removal of the gallbladder may be required.
Is pain down your leg a sign of a miscarriage?
Severe abdominal pain & bleeding is always experience during a miscarriage. Small abdominal pains can be a indication of problems & you should seek a doctors opinion on this. Severe abdominal pains require A&E. However mild abdominal pains are very common during early pregnancy & in the majority of cases are not a threatened miscarriage.
What does it mean when you have stomach pains in your upper part of stomach?
I don't think its anything to be worried about! I'm sure its just an oncoming period, or cramps of some sort! To be honest, it could be just about anything. If it goes on for five days or more, go to the doctor.
How do you cure swollen thumb?
keep what ever is swollen elevated, apply a cold compress to the affected area. (but . . . if you use a bag of peas, make sure you wrap it in a towel first, because it will give you an ice burn)
Neuropathic pain is usually caused by some kind of damage to the autonomic nervous system. Neuropathic medications are usually pain meds that act on the nerves, like NEURONTIN. It interrupts the signal so that pain is not felt as deeply. However, it can also cause you to feel sleepy and lethargic .
What are the ingredients in methadone?
There is no such thing.. Methadone IS synthetic to begin with. It is a man-made synthetic opiate made in the 30's or 40's in Germany for military purposes. There are 2 types or methadone...regular methadone and methadose. There is no difference though in its chemical makeup. It is the same exact drug.
What to take for body aches and pains?
The following non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are all available over-the-counter in most countries:
- Aspirin (Aspirin, Bufferin)
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen, Brufen)
- Naproxen (Aleve, Aflaxen, Naprosyn, Anaprox)
Aspirin can cause upset stomach for some people.
Acetaminophen is well tolerated, but less effective.
Naproxen is slow to work, but long lasting.
What can I take to help with pain after taking vicodin?
This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid (narcotic) pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever.
What hurts more an injection or breaking your arm?
I'd say breaking your arm.
2nd Answereer says:
Having done both (more than once, each...) I would have to agree: The breaking of the arm (each time) was more painful than even my very first injection, which carried more 'anticpated pain' than any pain since. A common nurse/doctor 'trick' is to pinch your skin just before piercing the skin with the needle. It works well!
What pain medicine are available for sever pain?
soma but it does send you for a loop supposedidly non narcotic i beg to differ took nine of my years away or the rotten doc i went to dont recomend it basically pain is caused from inflamation and nerve endings that are pinched cause sever pain best to look into an accurate pin point of the nerve or joint then go from there
