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News Briefs: December 2021

· · Bones & Joints
Clearing Chemo Brain with Exercise According to the National Cancer Institute, about 75% of people with breast cancer report having cognitive impairment during chemotherapy, often called “chemobrain” or “chemofog.” Symptoms can include confusion, memory loss, difficulty concentrating, and a shortened attention span. These problems can last for many years after chemotherapy … Read More

Got Fibromyalgia Pain? Dietary Changes Might Help

· · Bones & Joints
Fibromyalgia syndrome (FM) is a chronic pain condition that causes aches and discomfort throughout the body. It also causes fatigue, sleep disruption, and damage to mood and memory. Research shows changing to a fibromyalgia diet may dramatically improve symptoms. Researchers suggest treatment for fibromyalgia should include a multidisciplinary approach combining … Read More

Ask the Doctor: October 2021

· · Bones & Joints
Q. What is the difference between a sign and a symptom? A. A symptom is experienced subjectively by a person and may not be easily identified by another person (stomach cramps and headaches, for example). A sign is observable by another person, such as a physician (for example, wincing is … Read More

News Briefs: October 2021

· · Bones & Joints
Walking through Pain to Relieve PAD Symptoms About 8.5 million people in the United States have lower extremity peripheral artery disease (PAD). People with PAD have blockages in the arteries of their legs, resulting in reduced or stopped blood flow (called ischemia). As a result, they have discomfort and difficulty … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Side effects of OTC pain relievers; New medications for migraine

What are the most common side effects associated with OTC pain relievers? The most common over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which include ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), and salicylic acid (aspirin), and acetaminophen (Tylenol). Taking NSAIDs is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) … Read More

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