Quiz - Can You Identify the Migraine or Headache?

ChronicPainConnection.com February 12, 2008 Avoiding Accidental Methadone Overdose The anniversary of Anna Nicole Smith's death and the inquest of her son Daniel have once again brought the topic of drug overdoses involving methadone to the forefront. There has been a dramatic rise in methadone overdoses over the past 10 years. Originally used primarily for treating drug abuse, methadone is increasingly... Quiz - Can You Identify the Migraine or Headache? Is it a tension-type headache? A Migraine? Something else altogether? Take this quick quiz to see if you can identify the different types of Migraines and headaches. Celebrex and COX-2 Inhibitors vs. Anti-Inflammatories A couple of months back I wrote a post discussing the concerns I and many others have regarding the return of severe gastrointestinal side effects as a result of the increasing use of the so-called traditional anti-inflammatories. Many of my patients are simply refusing to take Celebrex out of fear it "might kill me." advertisement Giving Pain Medication to Your Child Giving your child medications, even over-the-counter medicines, should always be carefully monitored by your doctor. The American Academy of Family Physicians offers these suggestions before you give any pain medication to your child... Chronic Pain Harms Brain's Wiring Chronic pain can disrupt brain function and cause problems such as disturbed sleep, depression, anxiety and difficulty making simple decisions, a U.S. study finds. Health Tip: Pain Isn't a Normal Part of Aging Some seniors accept chronic pain as part of getting older. But AARP says pain and aging don't have to go hand in hand. The organization says it's important to see to your doctor to help figure out the cause of your pain, and to determine the best course of treatment. AARP offers these general suggestions: Crohn's Health Center - Brought to you by our Sponsor What is Crohn's Disease? Visit this Crohn's Health Center to find out about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for Crohn's Disease. Get Started Today! Chronic Pain Treatment | Drug Information | Message Boards

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