A 45-year-old member asked:
what is the treatment for painful joints?
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Dr. Peter Kurzweilanswered
Internal Medicine 50 years experience
Depends on cause.: Joint pains is so complex, that there is a specialty of internal medicine devoted to it: rheumatology. When i spent a year at johns hopkins hospitals during training, i didn't realize i would be studying well over a hundred diseases entities. Joint pains that go on for months, esp. When they are inflammed (hot, red, swollen, painful), then c ur pcp. Joint aches (arthralgia)--try an otc first.
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See a rheumatologist: The first step is to establish the cause. Once that is done, then appropriate treatment can be started. See a rheumatologist.
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Dr. Edward Hellmananswered
Orthopedic Surgery 29 years experience
Varies: It really varies based upon the cause. Bi would not hesitate to be seen for a specific diagnosis and to discuss treatment options.
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How does one treat menstrual pain?
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Menstrual pain: Severe pain should be evaluated by a gynecologist. Mild to moderate cramping can be relieved with NSAID meds like Ibuprofen or naproxen. Check out no-drug methods too like massage, exercise, and a new menstrual belt called ziivaa.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
What can be done for debilitating back pain?
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Dr. Michael Bolestaanswered
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Several things: Start with gentle but regular aerobic exercise (walking, cycling, water exercise). Build up core strength (tummy and back muscles). Eliminate tobacco use. If such simple measures have been ineffective, consult your primary doctor or a spine physician.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
What can I do to treat the ball of my foot if it is swollen and throbbing with pain?
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Dr. Ronald Obermananswered
Podiatry 31 years experience
See a Podiatrist: It may be a stress fracture or other serious condition which needs treatment.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
What might a patch of painful red skin be due to?
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Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 37 years experience
Inflammation: Inflammation of some type. If it doesn't heal, you should visit your doctor.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
What might cause pain in my cheeks?
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Think flesh/muscles!: Think flesh/tissue and not bone/ligament/disc/nerves with chronic pain! begin a self-care with a wellness program of vits, magnesium glycinate, sleep hygiene, exercise, self massage, chiropractor, yoga, heat, epsom tub soaking, stretching all are needed. In my practice I use acupuncture and myofascial tissue release with trigger points w lidocaine.
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