Thursday, September 25, 2008

The Painful Truth About Gout

CHRONIC PAIN NEWSLETTER
From WebMD
Week of September 21

In This Issue:
> Pain Drugs Lead Accidental Overdose Deaths
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUFw0Ea
> Trigger-Point Therapy Eases Chronic Pain
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUFx0Eb
> Knee Pain First, Now Back Pain
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUFy0Ec

Today's Top Story: The Painful Truth About Gout
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUFz0Ed
It's one of the most frequently reported medical conditions throughout
history. But how much do you really know about gout? Take a look.
Also See:
> Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUF10EQ
> Yoga for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUF20ER
> Acupuncture Pins Wrist Pain
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUF30ES

HEALTH NEWS HEADLINES

Pain Drugs Lead Accidental Overdose Deaths
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUFw0Ea
The biggest rise in accidental deaths is mainly due to abusing
prescription pain medicines such as oxycodone, methadone, hydrocodone,
fentanyl, and buprenorphine, according to the National Safety Council.
Also See:
> Are Pain & Fatigue Changing Your Life?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUF40ET

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> Baby Acetaminophen Raises Asthma Risk
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> Migraines Linked to Blood Clots
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUF60EV
> Arthroscopy No Help for Knee Arthritis
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUF70EW
> Torn Meniscus Doesn't Always Hurt
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUF80EX
> You're Never Too Old to Exercise
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUGA0Eh

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EDITOR'S PICKS:

Trigger-Point Therapy Eases Chronic Pain
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUFx0Eb
Some physicians are prescribing trigger point therapy for chronic pain
patients. It's an established technique that few people know about.
Also See:
> Wrist Injuries: Acute vs. Overuse
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUGC0Ej
> Knee Pain: Check Your Symptoms
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUGD0Ek
> Tai Chi: Try It for Osteoarthritis
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUGE0El
> Should You Consider Surgery for Your Low Back Problem?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUGF0Em

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MEMBERS ARE TALKING

From the Pain Management Support Group Message Board
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Knee Pain First, Now Back Pain
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e2Ht0Nec4j0Fy0BUFy0Ec
This member says she has severe pain in her knee that radiates through
the leg to the lower back. The doctor diagnosed it as a contusion and
prescribed pain medication, but that hasn't helped. She's looking for
relief, so please read the post and join in the discussion.

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