A 43-year-old member asked:
why do some people have a high pain tolerance? does it have to do with their nervous system?
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Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 52 years experience
Genetics: Biological variation clearly explains the diversity. But in general, have found that women seem to have a higher pain tolerance than men. Suspect this is really more on a higher cortical function level, brain function, rather than peripheral nerve receptors.
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A 39-year-old female asked:
Having pain, pressure and popping sound with large incional hernia. N/v unable to have bm. Is this normal it hasnt hurt before.?
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Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 28 years experience
Post op complication: If you are having pain, not having any bowel movement and you are sick please get to the closest emergency room if you can. Call 911 if you must.
If you are hesitant please page the surgeon on call for your surgeon to make sure that someone can give you exact advice today.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Will pain in the butt after an injection go away soon?
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Dr. Ryan Stantonanswered
Emergency Medicine 18 years experience
Sure: Eventually it will. Depending on the medication injected, the location, and any bruising/bleeding, the time to resolution will vary, but should be gone within a week or so.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Is my tailbone pain from a fall? How to treat?
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Dr. Allen Luanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 24 years experience
It can be: Tailbone injuries can be extremely painful. Fortunately, they rarely cause any permanent damage and rarely need any kind of intervention. Unfortunately, little can be done to speed up recovery or change its course. Treatment usually involves avoiding pain, using soft cushions or doughnuts, and resting.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Why does my calf hurt when I stand on my toes?
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Dr. Eric Lulloveanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Tight Calf Muscles!: The reason your calf hurts is how tight the entire muscle group is. When you stand on your toes, the calf muscle contracts, and if it is tight, then you may have pain. Performing runners' stretches are very beneficial and should help reduce the pain. If it continues, seek medical treatment with a podiatrist.
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A member asked:
I m having upper and left hypochondrium pain since 5 years I have taken lot of proton pump inhibitors and took lot of medicines for IBS also.Wat shal?
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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgeanswered
Internal Medicine 41 years experience
No easy answer: Ongoing pain in the upper abdomen that has not responded to standard treatments can pose a difficult problem to solve. Best to start with a thorough evaluation by a good gastroenterologist.
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