Headaches

Symptom Watch: 8 Headache Red Flags and What They May Mean

Want to know when to get medical help for your headache? Lean the difference between "primary" and "secondary" headache and the danger signs you shouldn't ignore.

Headache Work-up: When and Why Tests Are Needed

Safe Self-Care for Migraines During Pregnancy

Migraine Headaches: Kids Get Them Too

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Back Pain

Decision Focus: Should I Have Surgery for Spinal Stenosis?

Surgery for spinal stenosis can help relieve pain from this chronic condition. Learn about the procedure, the benefits and the risks.

Taking Care of Your Back at Work

Decision Focus: Surgery for Herniated Disc

4 Gentle Exercises to Strengthen Your Back and Help Prevent Back Pain

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Painful Joints

Relief for Jaw Pain: TMJ Symptoms and Treatment

If you suffer from TMJ, you want your pain to go away. Learn about treatment options so you can find one that will bring you welcome relief.

Suffering from Osteoarthritis? Lifestyle Changes Can Help

Decision Focus: When Do I Need Surgery for a Rotator Cuff Tear?

Decision Focus: Your Choices Concerning Knee Replacement Surgery

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Common Aches & Pains

Getting to the Root of the Problem: 5 Causes of Tooth Pain

If you have tooth pain that's here today and gone tomorrow, don't think you've escaped a visit to the dentist. Here's why making that appointment is so important.

Beyond Gum Disease: How Periodontal Disease Can Harm Your Health

10 Common Causes of Foot Pain

The Blister: To Pop or Not

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Chronic Pain

Manage Gout Through Your Diet

About 60 percent of people who have a gout attack will have another within 12 months. Learn how what you eat or drink may help manage or prevent another attack.

What Is Palliative Care?

About Chronic Pain

9 Ways to Take Back Your Life: Living Well with Chronic Pain

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Painful Conditions

Interstitial Cystitis: The Bladder Pain Syndrome

When you have bladder pain and urges to "go," it may not be a urinary tract infection. Find out about interstitial cystitis, symptoms, workup and treatment.

Step-by-Step: Want to Prevent Kidney Stones? Watch Your Diet

Stop What You're Doing: Tips to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Passing Kidney Stones

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Pain Medications

Decision Focus: Seniors and Pain Meds

Seniors and pain are a common mix. Find out about your pain medication options, the side effects of NSAIDs and the truth about opioid drugs like codeine.