Paracetamol would not be safe for seniors
Regularly consuming paracetamol, a notorious painkiller, could increase the risk of health problems in people aged 65 and over, according ...
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Why can alcohol make you aggressive?
According to a study, alcohol consumption reduces sensitivity to pain. This can decrease empathy towards others and make you aggressive. ...
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A new avenue for managing pain without increasing opioids
Researchers have discovered a promising avenue for amplifying the pain-relieving effect of opioids without having to increase doses, thus avoiding ...
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Endometriosis: a discovery could explain the pain and growth of lesions
A communication pathway between neurons and the immune system may be involved in the lesions and pain of endometriosis. Treatment ...
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Men and women do not reduce pain the same way
Men and women use different biological systems to reduce pain, a new study suggests. THE ESSENTIAL Men and women experience ...
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Early childhood trauma linked to late-life pain and depression
In the later years of life, older adults report a high prevalence of traumatic events, which are associated with poorer ...
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Meditation, an effective natural painkiller?
More effective than placebos, mindfulness meditation acts directly on pain by modifying the way in which the brain processes painful ...
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Hypnotherapy: “To better manage pain, we will visualize it, transform it and embellish it”
Wrist tendonitis, shoulder osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, lower back pain… These pathologies cause often disabling pain. According to Delphine Beucher, hypnotherapist at ...
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Migraine: new painkillers less effective (and more expensive) than the 4 triptans
Newer migraine drugs may be less effective than older ones, called triptans, according to a new study. THE ESSENTIAL The ...
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Stopping migraine before it starts: a new treatment with promising results
A new study published in Neurology finds that a CGRP inhibitor, ubrogepant, may stop migraine attacks when taken at the ...
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Pain and sport: how to manage it, how to overcome it
Whether it’s acute pain following an injury or chronic pain that persists despite treatment, athletes often face major challenges when ...
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Relieving children’s pain: a major challenge
The pain children experience during medical care can leave lasting psychological scars. Fortunately, there are many techniques to alleviate it. ...
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Her sciatica was actually a rare and aggressive cancer
While doctors thought a British teenager's thigh pain was sciatica, the patient was diagnosed with synovial sarcoma three years later. ...
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The opioid crisis: a global threat, a reality in France
The opioid crisis, long considered a primarily North American problem, has spread to other regions of the world, including France. ...
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Cancer: 20 minutes of conscious breathing helps reduce pain intensity
Study expands repertoire of cancer pain management by highlighting rapid, holistic benefits of just 20 minutes of mindful breathing. THE ...
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Pain: discovery of a molecule that reduces sensitivity to touch
The identification of a natural molecule that reduces sensitivity to pain could pave the way for new treatments, according to ...
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Where to find help for pain management?
Pain management is a major concern for many people, whether it is acute pain after an injury or chronic pain ...
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IUD: Doctors urged to propose methods to ease patients’ pain
The CDC urges practitioners to adequately inform women about the potential discomfort and pain they may experience during and after ...
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Adjustments for pain assessment in older adults
Assessment of pain in older adults presents particular challenges due to various factors related to age, comorbidities, and cognitive abilities. ...
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Are there genetic factors that predispose to pain?
Pain is a complex experience influenced by a variety of factors, including our genetic makeup. Understanding how genetics can affect ...
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Can pain be caused by psychological factors?
Pain is often perceived as a purely physical symptom, but it can also have psychological origins. Understanding the link between ...
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Pain and sleep: the vicious circle
Pain and lack of sleep form a vicious cycle where each exacerbates the other, negatively impacting quality of life. THE ...
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Pain and climate: when the weather influences discomfort
A formidable duo: pain and climate. For centuries, people have observed a relationship between the weather and their state of ...
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Thermal cure: how is rheumatology treatment carried out?
As part of the "living better with your pain" program offered by the Saint-Eloy Thermal Center in Amnéville, a journalist ...
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Colon cancer: when a simple abdominal pain reveals a serious diagnosis
At just 25 years old, a young woman was faced with a shocking reality. What seemed like simple abdominal pain ...
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Acute pain: a valuable warning signal that should not be ignored
Acute pain is an essential physiological phenomenon that acts as a valuable alarm signal, alerting the body to potential danger ...
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Assessing the impact of pain on quality of life: an often neglected necessity
Pain is a universal experience that can profoundly affect quality of life. Whether acute or chronic, understanding its impact is ...
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Shin Splints: Outdoor Walking Workout May Ease Pain
A short outdoor walking workout could provide relief for runners suffering from stubborn, painful shin splints. THE ESSENTIAL Common among ...
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Back pain: 5 tips to reduce pain through walking
Macquarie University researchers who have shown that walking helps combat chronic and recurring back pain have shared tips to make ...
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Osteoarthritis: “Muscle awakening helps get patients’ bodies moving”
Mornings can be a difficult time, especially for people with osteoarthritis who suffer from pain and stiffness. Laurie, an APA ...
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