Publications by authors named "Marco Antonio Narvaez Tamayo"
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- Fibromyalgia is a tough condition to diagnose and treat because it can cause many different symptoms and other health issues at the same time.
- *People with fibromyalgia can also have other problems like migraines, stomach issues, and extra pain, which makes it all more complicated.
- *There are medicines and therapies that can help, but it's important to find the treatment that works best for each person, and some options like certain exercises and therapy can be really helpful too.
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- * Opioids are effective for pain relief but often lead to side effects like constipation, which can complicate treatment; newer drugs aim to prevent these gastrointestinal issues while maintaining pain relief.
- * Polypharmacy is a major concern for elderly patients who often take multiple medications that may cause adverse interactions or be inappropriate for their health status, necessitating careful medication assessments and possible adjustments.
The COVID-19 pandemic, which started in early 2020, has been a great source of stress for almost every person all around the world. However, this is particularly true for children. It is necessary to fully address the stress-related psychosocial issues connected with the pandemic, solely in children.
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- Postoperative pain management remains a significant challenge despite the high volume of surgeries, often treated inadequately, leading to chronic pain in some patients based on the type of surgery and individual factors.
- Using a multimodal approach that combines opioids, nonopioid pain relievers, adjuvants, and nonpharmacologic methods is recommended for better pain relief and to reduce reliance on opioids.
- Guidelines from specialty societies highlight the importance of tailored pain management strategies for specific populations, like children and pregnant patients, stressing caution with medications like codeine for pediatric patients due to potential safety risks.
Both the diagnosis and treatment of pain are evolving, especially in interventional approaches. Diagnosis of low back pain combines old and new methodologies, in particular, it involves an expanded role for ultrasound. While low back pain is a common complaint, there are many etiologies to the condition which must be explored before a final diagnosis can be made and treatment planned.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe Latin American Map of Pain Education initiative has developed steadily in recent years. A recent survey yields important new data on the current state and allows outlining of the next steps to improve pain education in Latin American countries. A survey conducted by Federación Latinoamericana de Asociaciones para el Estudio del Dolor (FEDELAT) with data from 19 Latin American countries showed that a generally observed barrier is the lack of adequately trained pain professionals and the insufficient number of pain centers.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLow back pain (LBP) is a prevalent condition associated with disability. Treating patients with LBP becomes further complicated by the potential presence of underlying conditions, such as cancer or traumatic injury, or biopsychosocial aspects. LBP usually has a neuropathic component that must be assessed and treated appropriately.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFVaccinations and therapeutics have been developed for COVID-19, but vaccine uptake varies markedly among countries. Public health responses have also varied, in particular, with lockdown efforts and school closing. All over the world, the pandemic exposed healthcare and economic weaknesses.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPostoperative pain is prevalent and often undertreated. There is a risk that untreated or suboptimally treated postoperative pain may transition into chronic postoperative pain, which can be challenging to treat. Clinical guidelines recommend the use of multimodal analgesia, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen, and, in some cases, opioids.
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