Ask Doctor Dawn

Understanding Pain: From New Research on GLP-1 Drugs to Alternative Treatments for Complex Pain Syndromes and Neuropathy


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Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 10-31-2024:

Dr. Dawn addresses a listener's question about PSA results, introducing the new ExoDX prostate score test as a less invasive screening option.
  • Dr. Dawn provides a comprehensive overview of chronic pain types, including nociceptive, neuropathic, and nociplastic pain, affecting 30% of the global population.
  • She explains the gate control theory of pain and how recent research suggests autoimmune components in conditions like fibromyalgia.
  • A caller's description of intermittent, localized pain leads to discussion of food sensitivities, immune complexes, and elimination diet strategies.
  • Dr. Dawn reveals exciting new research showing GLP-1 receptor agonists (like Ozempic) may effectively treat various types of pain.
  • She concludes with practical advice for pain management, including nutritional support, hormone optimization, and medications to avoid.
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