Surgery and pain pills used to go hand in hand. After all, you need a strong prescription pain medication to ensure you aren’t in pain after a procedure, right? Turns out not only is prescription pain medication not always needed, but often not advisable after surgery, because it can raise the risk of opioid addiction.… Read More: Managing pain after surgery »
Stomach bloating is a very common condition that affects most people at some point in their lifetime, according to the NHS. It can make the stomach feel puffy, swollen, and generally uncomfortable. But, making some small dietary changes could help you to avoid feeling bloated. Regularly drinking enough water is an easy way to lower… Read More: Stomach bloating warning – the amount of water you should… »
Women often have excess gas during pregnancy in addition to morning sickness and fatigue. Gas can cause uncomfortable bloating, cramps, and abdominal pain. This article discusses the causes of gas in the different phases of pregnancy. We also cover treatments and home remedies for gas, and how to tell when abdominal pain is a cause… Read More: What causes gas pain during pregnancy? »
A study finds that certain pain relievers may promote Clostridium difficile infection. The results may help improve the management of the condition and its symptoms. Clostridium difficile infection is relatively common and can be serious. Clostridium difficile, also called C. difficile or C. diff, is a bacterium that causes inflammation of the colon. This health… Read More: Common pain relievers may worsen C. difficile infection »