The term “cervicalgia†comes from the Latin term for “neck,†which is “cervic†and the Greek word for pain, which is “algos.†Therefore, “cervicalgia†literally means “neck pain.†However, this pain does not radiate outward, as most neck pain does. Therefore, it is different than radiculopathy and other types of neck pain and is most likely … Read more
Understanding Trigeminal Neuralgia Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) is not just another pain disorder; it’s a debilitating condition that has been described as one of the most excruciating pains a human can experience. The term “neuralgia” refers to nerve pain, and in this case, it’s the trigeminal nerve that’s affected. This nerve is one of the 12 … Read more
About Cramps If you are suffering from severe menstrual cramps, then perhaps you are stricken with many painfully insistent symptoms. One of the many symptoms that can be observed during the menstrual cycle is that of uterine pain, which is associated with uterine cramping, as well as nausea, fatigue, moodiness, and much more. Accordingly, the … Read more
Leg cramps are common, and most of the time, are not cause for alarm. However, they can be quite annoying and painful- the ache lasting for hours. When you’re in this situation, you’re willing to do almost anything to relieve the pain. Nearly everyone will experience some sort of leg cramp during their lives- but … Read more
Did you know that over 15 million people in the United States and Europe combined have some sort of nerve pain? When it occurs, it can be quite confusing. At its worst, it can be excruciating, even debilitating. On the other hand, at best, it can be just slightly annoying. Most of the time, individuals … Read more
Many times, individuals who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia have difficulty adapting to their limitations. One of the most vital aspects of helping someone to cope with their fibromyalgia diagnosis is to really listen to what they have to say. Typically, fibromyalgia is referred to as the “invisible disease” because it’s not something you can … Read more
There are a number of different options out there when it comes to arthritis medication, and your doctor or specialist may have you try a number of them before finding the one that relieves your symptoms the best. As you likely know, treatments for arthritis change on a regular basis. One of the many medications … Read more
Everyone will experience a case of “the blues” from time to time because life is full of ups and downs. However, if you feel like emptiness and even despair have taken over your life and you just can’t shake them, you may be experiencing depression. Depression makes it difficult for you to function and enjoy … Read more
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that is characterized by widespread inflammation throughout the body. It occurs when an individual’s immune system begins to attack their own body from the inside out. Lupus can possibly affect the joints, heart, kidneys, lungs, blood cells, and skin. Women are nine times more likely to be diagnosed with lupus … Read more
Chronic sore throat, or pharyngitis, is any irritation, itchiness, or pain in the throat that persists for more than three months. Typically, a sore throat is considered pain, even a slight irritation or itchiness in the throat can be uncomfortable enough that an individual could describe it as a sore throat. In some cases, an … Read more