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Recent Examples of backache
Too much cortisol can lead to a round, red, full face (also known as moon face), weight gain, thin skin with easy bruising, backaches during routine activities, bone pain or tenderness, collection of fat between the shoulders and above the collarbone, as well as anxiety, fatigue and headache.
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Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2024
Inflammation can be a major contributor to backaches—regardless of what causes it.3 That’s why Dr. Hsu recommends popping an over-the-counter (OTC) non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) 30 minutes before bed.
—Ashley Abramson, SELF, 15 Feb. 2024
From backaches to headaches, these products target various aches and pains that can disrupt your day.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 Aug. 2023
This balm works best for people with arthritis, backaches, persistent muscle and nerve pain, as well as strains and sprains brought on by injuries.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 July 2023
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Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2024
Inflammation can be a major contributor to backaches—regardless of what causes it.3 That’s why Dr. Hsu recommends popping an over-the-counter (OTC) non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) 30 minutes before bed.
—Ashley Abramson, SELF, 15 Feb. 2024
From backaches to headaches, these products target various aches and pains that can disrupt your day.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 Aug. 2023
This balm works best for people with arthritis, backaches, persistent muscle and nerve pain, as well as strains and sprains brought on by injuries.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for backache
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Other research has found that living near a factory farm is positively associated with risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and leukemia, and people who live near them report higher rates of headaches, depression, anger, and respiratory symptoms, such as asthma.—
Kenny Torrella,
Vox,
23 Jan. 2025
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Stone developed a powder from this bark which, while extremely bitter, proved an effective treatment for headaches.—
Bill Frist,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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Tylenol can be used to treat a few different conditions, such as: mild to moderate pain, fever, headaches, muscle aches, toothaches, backaches, colds, and discomfort from a vaccine, says Walia.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA TODAY,
6 Jan. 2025
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Their toothache will be from your sweetness, not from candy.—
Lisa Stardust,
refinery29.com,
28 Oct. 2024
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This all-purpose first aid kit from First Aid Only contains 299 pieces of emergency medical supplies for minor cuts, scrapes, and aches and pains.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2025
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What Are the Symptoms of Flu? Symptoms usually come on suddenly, according to the CDC, and can include fevers above 100.4 degrees F, dry cough, sore throat, runny nose, body aches, headaches, chills and occasionally nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
14 Jan. 2025
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The Sasaki stomachache notwithstanding, the Padres still need to lock down a left fielder, a potentially big-league-ready catcher and at least one more arm for the rotation.—
Bryce Miller,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
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There are passages about headaches, hosiery, walnuts, stomachaches, laundry.—
Molly Young,
New York Times,
30 Dec. 2024
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Short-term symptoms of lead poisoning include headaches, abdominal pain, colic, vomiting and anemia.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
29 Nov. 2024
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Another, Alice Payne, who stayed with Brehon Family Services in Tallahassee, appreciated the help employees gave during her infant daughter’s bouts of colic in 2014.—
Laura C. Morel,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Sep. 2024
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Common symptoms are a persistent sore throat, earache, hoarseness, and a lump in the throat or neck.—
Sayaka Blickenderfer,
Health,
21 Nov. 2024
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Irritation in your throat and certain nerves can lead to sore throat, cough, trouble swallowing, and earache.—
Sarah Hudgens,
Health,
5 Oct. 2024
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Now that the hunger pangs have started, here's some National Bagel Day deals to consider.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
15 Jan. 2025
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Everyone experiences pangs of loneliness on occasion.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA TODAY,
23 Dec. 2024
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Consuming cream might cause digestive upset, including diarrhea or stomach discomfort, and pet owners are advised to consult a veterinarian before introducing dairy products into their cats' diets.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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But following the medical timeout, which appeared to be for both an injury and discomfort with the heat in Melbourne, Sinner broke his opponent and pinched the third set.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Backache.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backache. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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