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Yogesh Malla, M.D.

Pain Management Specialist

Dr. Yogesh Malla practices Pain Medicine in Paducah, KY. Pain medicine is concerned with the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients experiencing pain. Pain medicine physicians use a broad-based approach to treat all pain disorders, ranging from pain as a symptom of disease to pain as the primary disease. Dr. Malla serves as a consultant to other physicians but is often the principal treating physician, providing care at various levels; such as treating the patient directly, prescribing medication, prescribing rehabilitative services, performing pain relieving procedures, counseling patients and families, directing a multidisciplinary team, coordinating care with other healthcare providers, and providing consultative services.
Yogesh Malla, M.D.
  • Paducah, KY
  • Calicut Medical College in Kerala
  • Accepting new patients

Which antidepressant is best for chronic pain?

Nortryptyline and duloxetine both are effective.

What can I take for uterine fibroid pain?

Follow up with OB/GYN to rule out any serious issue

Are pain-relieving oils really helpful?

Instead of taking oral NSAIDS, it's better to apply NSAID cream to the affected area, and also aspercreme lidocaine is good too.

What pain relief methods can I rely on during pregnancy?

Physical therapy and stretches will help, and if you still have problems, consult your OBGYN.

My 3 year old had an eye/headache. Is that normal?

Kids can complain of eye pain, but I would check with an eye doctor.

Are there specific foods that could trigger pain for a fibromyalgia patient?

Difficult to pinpoint if any foods are trigger factors for fibromyalgia. Some try vegan food. You have to find out yourself.

I have lupus. What can I do to manage the body pain?

If you have flare-ups, you will need to seek rheumatology consults. Generally, we give NSAIDS, Anti-depressants, and membrane stabilizers.

Is massage or acupuncture better for neck pain?

Both can be effective if done at the good centers.

Why do my hands feel cold and painful?

May be you have Raynauds's problem .You have to go to your MD to get some medicine to treat vasospasm and get some blood work done