Lidocaine Nerve Block Reduces Pain During IUD Insertion
Pain score lower among patients who receive lidocaine than those who receive placebo
Acute Diverticulitis Recurrence More Likely With Barium Enema
Patients who undergo barium enema are more likely to present with higher Hinchey grade at recurrence
August 2017 Briefing – Pain Management
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pain Management for August 2017. This roundup includes the...
Suicide Risk Up in Younger Patients With Chronic Illness
Those diagnosed with diabetes, asthma more likely to attempt suicide than healthy peers
CDC: Fentanyl Driving Rise in Opioid-Linked Deaths in U.S.
The synthetic drug is more powerful than heroin or morphine
Minimal Evidence for Electronic Communication Guidelines
Current guidelines for e-communication between patients, providers based on minimal evidence
Proactive Approach Encouraged for Online Patient Reviews
Most patients use online reviews as first step to find new doctor; form an opinion from one to six reviews
Sedentary Time a ‘Potent Risk Factor’ for Mobility Loss
And increased TV time significantly associated with mobility disability at all levels of physical activity
FDA Cites ‘Significant Deviations’ at Florida Stem Cell Clinic
Agency concerned about 'significant deviations from current good manufacturing practice requirements'
Opioids Often Prescribed Unnecessarily for Migraine
And many patients may not be getting recommended medications
