One of the most challenging aspects of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is pain. The etiology, mechanisms involved, and management depend heavily on understanding the nature of pain -- an ...

Chronic pain is any pain that persists or recurs for 3 to 6 months or longer. Acute pain, such as flu-related body aches or pain due to an injury, can be mild or severe but generally goes away ...

Chronic non-cancer pain conditions are prevalent, highly debilitating and have high cost implications to health and social care. These conditions affect patients, their families and society at large, ...

Visit NAP.edu/10766 to get more information about this book, to buy it in print, or to download it as a free PDF. Pain is both a symptom and a disease. It manifests in multiple forms and its treatment ...

Lidocaine patches deliver anesthetic medication through the skin. The patch may improve back pain, but research is limited about how well the patch works. The patch also has a range of potential side ...

Thinking about getting an epidural? You're not alone – it's the most common form of pain relief during labor in the United States. Here's exactly how it works, what it feels like, and what to expect ...

Sore shoulder? Achy knee? If ice or hot packs don't seem to be helping, an over-the-counter topical pain-relief cream can offer more serious soothing power. "When used after proper evaluation, they ...