New Feature - Ask the Expert

Do you have questions about chronic pain? Since many of our readers do, each month I will answer a few of them. Here are this month's questions and answers...

1. Corticosteroids for fibromyalgia? Full question and answer.
2. Scoliosis from a spinal injury? Full question and answer.
3. Why doesn’t ER take pain seriously? Full question and answer.
4. Help for spinal arachnoiditis? Full question and answer.
5. Therapies for piriformis syndrome? Full question and answer.

If you would like to submit a question, please ask your question in a SharePost. Because of the number of questions, I cannot personally answer every one. At least five questions will be chosen each month and answered here.

Please note: We cannot handle emergencies nor can we diagnose via the Internet. Please do not ask us to do either. See your physician for a diagnosis; go to your nearest emergency room or call 911 in the case of an emergency.

We hope you find this general medical and health information useful, but this Q & A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. For all personal medical and health matters, including decisions about diagnoses, medications and other treatment options, you should always consult your doctor. (See full Disclaimer.)

Editor’s note: Dr. Krusz is a world recognized pain expert, often conducting groundbreaking research at his clinic in Dallas. Read Dr. Krusz’s profile for more information.