A common genetic pathway may account for increased risk for atherosclerotic disease in patients with chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain. Chronic widespread pain (CWP) and atherosclerotic disease ...

we investigate both the ascending and descending pain pathways. Our overarching goal is to enhance our understanding of the neural underpinnings of pain, with the ultimate aspiration of facilitating ...

Experimental studies have shown that patients with chronic pancreatitis show signs of spinal hyper-excitability counter-balanced by segmental and descending inhibition. Changes in the brain with ...

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Precise instructions of God regarding the garments the priests should wear. The Ark of the Testimony, and the staves thereof, and the Mercy Seat (Ex. 39:35). The priests, on behalf of the worshiper, ...

Anxiety can sometimes cause physical symptoms like chest pain and pressure. But because these symptoms can also indicate heart conditions, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis.

The border city Tijuana, a short drive from our house in San Diego, was seeing a surge in cartel violence fueled by U.S. drug ...

Ear pain has numerous causes. Most are treatable, though some are serious. Conditions responsible for ear pain can strike anyone at any age. If you begin to develop ear pain, it's essential to see a ...

Scientists have developed targeted medications that affect specific pain pathways while minimizing systemic effects. These precision formulations reduce side effects while providing more ...

Studies shed light on pain perception, placebo effect pathways, and how human stem cells can be used to model pain. Sneha Khedkar is an Assistant Editor at The Scientist. She has a Master's degree in ...

Epigastric pain refers to pain or discomfort below the ribs in your upper abdomen area. Causes range from acute digestive issues like acid reflux to chronic conditions such as esophagitis.