Why does arthritis pain increase during a full moon?

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It is a common misinterpretation, there some pains like chronic arthritis which increases or decreases with time but no link with lunar cycle or full moon is found yet.   

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I do not have any addiction I don't smoke or have alcohol how can I have pain?

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There are various causes of pain depending on the disease causing the pain, so not having addiction does not ensure a pain free life. The condition needs to be treated properly. 

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Can I eat masoor dal (Split Red Lentil) during pain or Can masoor dal (Split Red Lentil) increase pain ? 

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This is a very common question asked by many patients and a common misconception or myth regarding pain. Yes you can eat. Similar myth and misconceptions exists for some other foods as well like, tomato, fruits with seeds , card , brinjal etc. But they don't have ant effect on pain so there is no need to avoid  these foods in pain. 

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Can I eat proteins during pain?

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Protein is an important part of important part of our diet . Don't avoid it in pain.. Try to have  a balanced diet . 

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What foods are to be avoided in high uric acid or gout?

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Foods to be avoided in high uric acid are 

• Sea foods

• Red meat.

• Alcohol 

• Sweetened beverages. 

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I don't have depression but why doctor have prescribed me anti-depressant medications for my pain ? 

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Descending inhibitory pathway 

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Can food from refrigerator increases pain?

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No