Copyright 2020 Medical News TodayPain and pain management is a complex area of medicine. There are numerous treatment options from medication and therapies to mind-body techniques. Pain can be treated with over-the-counter medicine if it is a milder form, or stronger medications such as muscle relaxants, anti-anxiety drugs, antidepressants, strong painkillers or steroid injections at the site of pain. Other methods of pain management may include surgical implants, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation therapy (TENS), bioelectric therapy, physical therapy, exercise, psychological treatment and alternative therapies such as acupuncture, chiropractic treatment and massage. Anesthesia is a way to control pain during surgery or a procedure by using medicine called anesthetics. During labor and childbirth, local anesthesia, an epidural or general anesthesia might be used.http://www.medicalnewstoday.comadmin@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Admin)editors@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Editors)en-us Wed, 08 Jan 2020 10:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327436.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327436.phpAlthough it is not typical for chest pain and leg pain to occur together, leg pain can be an indicator of a person’s heart health. Find out more here.Cardiovascular / Cardiology Mon, 06 Jan 2020 13:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327418.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327418.phpA stye, or hordeolum, is a bump on the eyelid or at the base of the eyelashes. Bacterial infections cause most styes. There are pain relief and removal techniques a person can try. Read about them here.Eye Health / Blindness Fri, 03 Jan 2020 10:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327404.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327404.phpLower abdominal pain and bloating sometimes occur together. Read on to find out the potential causes of these symptoms and the treatment options available. Pain / Anesthetics Thu, 02 Jan 2020 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327351.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327351.phpA new study sees fewer post-treatment complications among returning military service personnel with chronic pain who received nondrug therapy.Pain / Anesthetics Sat, 28 Dec 2019 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327245.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327245.phpNew research in pigs suggests that combining a hypertension drug and a glaucoma drug may take the pain out of passing a kidney stone.Urology / Nephrology Mon, 23 Dec 2019 19:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327384.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327384.phpTrigger point injections can help relieve chronic muscle pain. Here, learn about the possible side effects, how the injections work, and who may benefit.Pain / Anesthetics Fri, 20 Dec 2019 20:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327375.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327375.phpLeft-sided chest pain can be concerning. Learn how to tell the difference between a heart attack and other potential causes and symptoms.Cardiovascular / Cardiology Fri, 20 Dec 2019 17:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327366.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327366.phpReflex sympathetic dystrophy, or RSD, is a nerve disorder that affects pain regulation. Here, learn about the symptoms and treatment options. Pain / Anesthetics Wed, 18 Dec 2019 02:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327347.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327347.phpMany people experience headaches in the afternoon. Common causes include dehydration, muscle tension, caffeine, hunger, alcohol, and eyestrain. Learn more here.Headache / Migraine Tue, 17 Dec 2019 17:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327339.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327339.phpSleeping difficulties can negatively impact a person’s health. Read this article to learn about the causes and treatment options available.Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia Tue, 17 Dec 2019 14:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327337.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327337.phpUterine fibroids can be painful and disrupt daily life. Learn about what treatments and medications are available and how to ease the pain.Women's Health / Gynecology Tue, 17 Dec 2019 12:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327332.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327332.phpA widowmaker heart attack occurs when a blood clot or cholesterol deposit blocks the left anterior descending artery. Learn more here.Heart Disease Fri, 06 Dec 2019 10:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327236.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327236.phpLeg muscle cramps are common, but they can be uncomfortable and very painful. In this article, learn about how to treat and prevent them. Bones / Orthopedics Wed, 04 Dec 2019 12:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327205.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327205.phpNeck tension occurs when the neck muscles remain contracted for prolonged periods. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of neck tension here.Bones / Orthopedics Tue, 03 Dec 2019 21:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327201.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327201.phpPeople often wonder whether braces hurt. Here, we discuss the pain or discomfort that people may experience when getting and wearing braces.Dentistry Fri, 29 Nov 2019 19:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327172.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327172.phpThere are several potential causes of right shoulder and arm pain. Read on to find out the various causes and when to see a doctor.Pain / Anesthetics Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327152.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327152.phpCauses of pain under the left armpit can range from minor skin infections to nerve damage. Learn about these and other causes, as well as when to see a doctor.Pain / Anesthetics Mon, 25 Nov 2019 21:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327124.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327124.phpEpiploic appendagitis occurs when something cuts off the blood supply to small pouches in the digestive system. Learn more about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options in this article.GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327104.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327104.phpChronic Lyme disease occurs when a person who has already received treatment for Lyme disease continues to have symptoms in the long term. Learn more about this condition here.Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses Mon, 11 Nov 2019 23:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326965.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326965.phpPositional headaches occur when sitting or standing, and they tend to go away shortly after lying down. They are often related to leaks of cerebrospinal fluid. Learn more here.Headache / Migraine Wed, 06 Nov 2019 23:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326921.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326921.phpBack pain and nausea can often occur at the same time and cause much discomfort. Learn about the causes and symptoms, when to see a doctor, and appropriate treatment options here.Back Pain Tue, 05 Nov 2019 08:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326924.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326924.phpA new review and meta-analysis has concluded that meditation, hypnosis, relaxation, and cognitive behavioral therapy can help reduce pain and opioid use.Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine Mon, 04 Nov 2019 17:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326895.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326895.phpBrachial neuritis is a type of nerve damage that causes pain and weakness in the shoulder and arm area. Here we look at the symptoms, causes, and treatments.Neurology / Neuroscience Sun, 03 Nov 2019 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326884.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326884.phpA new study establishes a link between humid, windy days and increased pain in people with arthritis and other conditions that cause chronic pain.Pain / Anesthetics Fri, 01 Nov 2019 21:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326878.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326878.phpSeveral things can cause headaches at night. Read this article to learn more about the conditions associated with nighttime headaches, as well as how to treat them.Headache / Migraine