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Chronic pain is a type of progressive pain that persists over time. Unlike acute pain that lasts only for 6 months or so, chronic pain can last up to 12 months or more. Because it is hard to determine the cause of pain, chronic pain is difficult to treat. It takes a pain management team and a cocktail of painkillers …

Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects the small joints. This recurring condition is characterized by acute pain, swelling, intense tenderness, and inflammation of the affected area. During a flare-out, the joints in the toes, hands, knees, and/or ankles will swell up and become extremely painful. The exact cause of this condition is unknown. Most scientists believe that …

Tension Myositis Syndrome – also known as tension neck syndrome – is a condition that affects the neck and back. This condition causes psychogenic musculoskeletal and nerve symptoms including stiffness, inflammation, and pain in the neck area. The neck or cervical spine is comprised of a vertebra that extends from the upper torso to the skull. This disc absorbs shock …

A food allergy is an adverse reaction to specific types of food. This condition is caused by an overactive immunity that mistakes certain foods for pathogens. The immune system protects the body from infections and pathogens. And sometimes, the immune system could mistake harmless compounds as pathogens. When this occurs, the immune system releases histamines that attack the irritant. The …

Hyperacidity is a condition wherein the stomach produces excessive gastric juices and gas, causing heartburn, belching, and flatulence. When left untreated, gastric issues could lead to throat problems, including esophageal cancer. In Ayurveda, hyperacidity is caused by the aggravation of Pitta dosha. When the Pitta dosha is aggravated, the acid starts climbing up towards the esophagus. To ease symptoms and …

Loud belching, smelly and frequent flatulence, as well as bloating and burping are caused by excess gas in the gastrointestinal tract. Belching and burping are caused by stomach gas that escapes from the mouth while farting or flatulence are caused by intestinal gas. Having excess gas in the gut is normal. In fact, the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse reports …