Clinical Challenges: Early Disease in Axial Spondyloarthritis
Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is the currently favored term for a spectrum of painful disorders affecting the spine, and most specifically the sacroiliac joints. Its prototypical form was ankylosing spondylitis, defined some 40 years ago as a condition characterized by the presence of radiographic sacroiliitis. However, ankylosing spondylitis today is considered a misnomer because while it […]
Women Describe The ‘Extreme’ Physical Pain Of Endometriosis
An estimated 6.5 million people in the United States have endometriosis, a painful condition in which the uterine lining spreads and grows outside of the uterus. But that statistic likely vastly underestimates the prevalence of endometriosis because it’s notoriously difficult to diagnose. Many of the symptoms ― which range from painful, heavy periods and painful […]
The Best Toothbrushes That Dentists Use At Home
Maintaining your dental hygiene is an important part of preventing painful — and costly — conditions like gum disease and cavities. And one of the best ways to keep your teeth and gums happy is to brush daily to get rid of plaque and bacteria that can build up over time. Electric toothbrushes and manual […]
Make the Diagnosis: Urinary Symptoms — What’s Your Diagnosis?
Presentation A 58-year-old man went to the urgent care complaining of frequent and painful urination that appears “cloudy”, occurring over the course of a few days, all throughout the day. The patient notes that they feel a slight pressure / pain in their lower back but that they feel fine otherwise. Patient is immunocompetent and […]
How Long Can Emotional Trauma Last?
Even when symptoms have subsided, emotional trauma can cause painful memories or emotions long after the event Emotional trauma can last from a few days to a few months. Some people will recover from emotional trauma after days or weeks, while others may experience more long-term effects. Even when symptoms have subsided, emotional trauma can […]
Do You Have to Be Over 50 to Get the Shingles Vaccine?
What is shingles? Shingles, also called herpes zoster, is a painful rash forming along the path of one spinal or brain nerve. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that people over 50 receive two doses of the recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV). Shingles, also called herpes zoster, is a painful rash forming along the […]
8 Godsends That Can Help Ease The Worst Symptoms Of Menopause
Menopause can be uncomfortable at best and disruptive and painful at worst, but you deserve relief. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms of menopause can include vaginal dryness, hot flashes, chills, night sweats, sleep issues, mood changes, weight gain and a slower metabolism. It is no joke! You’re just walking along, living your life as […]
What Triggers a Shingles Outbreak?
What is shingles? Shingles is a viral infection that causes painful rashes on the body. Shingles is triggered by a weakened or compromised immune system. Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a virus infection that causes painful rashes on the body, usually on one side of your torso. It is caused by the varicella-zoster […]
Western high-fat diet can cause chronic pain, according to new study
A typical Western high-fat diet can increase the risk of painful disorders common in people with conditions such as diabetes or obesity, according to a groundbreaking paper authored by a team led by The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, also referred to as UT Health San Antonio. Moreover, changes in diet […]