Studies in animal models by UF Scripps Biomedical Research scientists have identified a protein that could shed light on how people develop tolerance to pain-relieving drugs over time, a problem that ...

UF Scripps Biomedical Research scientists have a discovered a key gene that is shedding light on how people develop tolerance to pain-relievers over time, a problem that raises risk of addiction and ...

"By fostering an open, collaborative dialogue, we can better address the patient’s unique concerns and tailor care to their specific needs." — Stephanie Carreiro, MD, UMass Chan Medical School As ...

Narcotic medications can safely and effectively ease severe, chronic pain in older people with little risk that these patients will seek ever-increasing doses, UCSF medical scientists have found.

When you have a mild headache or muscle ache, an over-the-counter pain reliever is usually enough to make you feel better. But if your pain is more severe, your doctor might recommend something ...