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Lipedema gains visibility as Doja Cat and TikTok spotlight a misunderstood condition
health5 hours ago

Lipedema gains visibility as Doja Cat and TikTok spotlight a misunderstood condition

Lipedema is a chronic, painful fat-disorder that accumulates in the lower body and is often misdiagnosed as obesity; unlike cellulite, it does not respond to weight loss and can cause swelling, bruising and mobility issues. Soraya Nodrab’s journey—from unexplained leg pain to a formal diagnosis after discovering others on TikTok—highlights how the condition is gaining visibility thanks to Doja Cat's posts and patient advocates. Treatments focus on symptom management (lymphatic drainage, compression, low-impact exercise, anti-inflammatory nutrition) and, in advanced cases, surgery, but there is no cure. The condition also takes an emotional toll, underscoring the need for better clinician awareness and support.

via USA Today|
#chronic-pain#doja-cat#health
15 years of pain finally explained: endometriosis diagnosed after organ removal
health6 days ago

15 years of pain finally explained: endometriosis diagnosed after organ removal

A London woman endured 15 years of crippling, misattributed pain—believed to be just periods—leading to the removal of her appendix and gallbladder before doctors finally diagnosed extensive endometriosis and adenomyosis in July this year; the delays left her in chronic pain and potentially affected fertility, fueling advocacy for listening to women's health concerns.

via New York Post|
#adenomyosis#chronic-pain#endometriosis
Three proven options to ease chronic low back pain
health14 days ago

Three proven options to ease chronic low back pain

Chronic low back pain, lasting more than 12 weeks, often has no identifiable cause, but experts say acupuncture, hydrotherapy (aquatic exercise) and cognitive behavioral therapy can provide moderate relief—especially when paired with regular activity—though complete pain elimination is rare and finding the right combination usually requires trial and error with a clinician.

via The Washington Post|
#alternative-medicine#chronic-pain#health
Seed-sized wireless nerve device could reshape chronic-pain treatment
health14 days ago

Seed-sized wireless nerve device could reshape chronic-pain treatment

Researchers from NYU Abu Dhabi and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi developed a seed-sized device that can be injected through a needle and powered wirelessly to stimulate nearby nerves, potentially providing a safer, less invasive treatment for chronic pain and neurological conditions without surgery or batteries. In lab and animal tests it produced precise nerve activation and muscle movements, but long-term stability, placement accuracy, and external power systems need further improvement before clinical use; the study was published in Science Advances.

via The Brighter Side of News|
#chronic-pain#health#implantable-device
Melatonin May Ease Chronic Pain, Study Finds
health1 month ago

Melatonin May Ease Chronic Pain, Study Finds

A Prevention review of 23 randomized trials reports that daily melatonin (3–10 mg) provides moderate relief for chronic musculoskeletal pain and improves sleep quality, though it shows little benefit for post-operative pain; experts caution that melatonin isn’t a universal fix and advise discussing dosage and overall pain management with a clinician due to possible side effects like grogginess, headache, and nausea.

via AOL.com|
#chronic-pain#health#inflammation
Brain-Driven Pain Relief: A Psychiatrist's Natural Healing Path
health1 month ago

Brain-Driven Pain Relief: A Psychiatrist's Natural Healing Path

A psychiatrist argues that chronic pain is processed in the brain, not just tissue damage, and promotes a natural, brain- and mind-based program before considering surgery. He notes MRIs can be misleading, links depression and repressed emotions to pain amplification, and recommends renewing the mind—anchored in scripture—along with sleep, exercise, and mindful supplements to reduce pain and potentially avoid surgery.

via cbn.com|
#brain-science#chronic-pain#dr-daniel-amen
Melatonin Shows Modest Potential to Ease Chronic Muscle and Joint Pain
health1 month ago

Melatonin Shows Modest Potential to Ease Chronic Muscle and Joint Pain

A meta-analysis of 23 clinical trials involving over 2,000 participants suggests melatonin may modestly reduce chronic muscle and joint pain and improve sleep. The average pain reduction was small (about 9 points on a 100-point scale), with results weaker for post-surgical pain. Doses ranged from 1–10 mg and no optimal dose was identified; longer use might help a bit more, but evidence is limited. Melatonin should be considered as an add-on to established therapies (physiotherapy, exercise, anti-inflammatories), not a replacement. Side effects are generally mild, but those with liver/kidney conditions or autoimmune issues should consult a clinician. More large, well-designed trials are needed to confirm who may benefit.

via The Conversation|
#chronic-pain#clinical-trials#health
Gifford recounts misdiagnosis that left her crawling in pain before hip surgery
health1 month ago

Gifford recounts misdiagnosis that left her crawling in pain before hip surgery

Kathie Lee Gifford shares on Sean Hannity's Hang Out With Sean Hannity podcast that years of crippling pain were caused by a pelvis fracture misdiagnosed as a hip issue, with a spine misread delaying treatment; she says she crawled across the floor, considered dying, and only after pushing for answers did she undergo hip replacement, finding renewed faith and resilience along the way.

via Fox News|
#chronic-pain#health#hip-replacement
Melatonin May Help Ease Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
medicine1 month ago

Melatonin May Help Ease Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain

A meta-analysis of 23 randomized trials including 2,028 patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions found melatonin reduced pain intensity by about 9 points on a 100-point scale and improved sleep quality. Doses ranged 3–10 mg (commonly 3 mg) taken at bedtime, with safety similar to placebo and mostly mild side effects like nausea, dizziness, or headaches. The researchers caution melatonin should complement—not replace—standard treatments and advise discussing use with a doctor, especially when other meds or health conditions are involved.

via Sci.News|
#chronic-pain#medicine#melatonin
Lilly Acquires 4E Therapeutics to Fast-Track Non-Opioid Pain Therapy
business2 months ago

Lilly Acquires 4E Therapeutics to Fast-Track Non-Opioid Pain Therapy

Eli Lilly has acquired Austin-based 4E Therapeutics to advance a non-opioid pain program that targets the MNK-eIF4E signaling pathway in peripheral sensory neurons. 4E’s lead MNK inhibitor 4ET1103 showed favorable Phase 1 safety, and Lilly will integrate 4E’s neuroscience capabilities into its broader pain portfolio. Terms were not disclosed.

via PR Newswire|
#4e-therapeutics#business#chronic-pain
ADHD tied to chronic pain and a spectrum of health risks
health-and-wellness2 months ago

ADHD tied to chronic pain and a spectrum of health risks

A Washington Post Well+Being piece reports that ADHD is linked with a range of health issues beyond core symptoms, including anxiety, disordered eating, migraines, and long COVID, with chronic pain highlighted as part of the broader comorbidity picture; findings underscore the need for holistic screening and further research into shared mechanisms.

via The Washington Post|
#adhd#anxiety#chronic-pain
Decades of pelvic pain finally explained by a tropical parasite
health2 months ago

Decades of pelvic pain finally explained by a tropical parasite

After more than 100 doctors over decades, Andy L.’s constant pelvic and perineal pain was finally explained by a rectal biopsy showing a granuloma and antibodies confirming urogenital schistosomiasis from a Tanzania trip decades earlier. Misdiagnoses—from Peyronie’s disease to psychosomatic explanations—gave way to the diagnosis, and praziquantel treatment lowered antibodies and eased symptoms, though eggs left in tissue can cause ongoing problems. He’s now raising awareness of this neglected tropical disease that mostly affects Africa.

via The Washington Post|
#chronic-pain#health#misdiagnosis