Dr Stephen Leow
Practice Location: Elizabeth
Healthshare Activity: 13 Answers
Professional Profile
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Bio
GP with an interest in Pain Medicine. Currently Clinical Director of GP+ Elizabeth in Suburban SA. Chair of RACGP Special Interest Group of Pain Management. Chair of Primary Care Group of the National Pain Summit. Member of the International Association for the Study of Pain Neuropathic Pain and Education Special Interest Group. Member of the Australian Pain Society -
Registration Numbers and Professional Memberships
AHPRA
RACGP
AMA
Australian Pain Society
International Association for the Study of Pain
European Association for the Study of Diabetes -
Qualifications
MBBS Adelaide 1984 -
Awards and Publications
Australian Family Physician: Diabetes
Australian Prescriber: Diabetes
Australian Family Physician: Diabetes - Areas Of Interest Chronic Pain Type 1 Diabetes Type 2 Diabetes
Answers contributed by Dr Stephen Leow
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What is complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)?
CRPS is a syndrome in which pain is maintained by a dysfunction of the sympathetic nervous system. The sympathetic nervous system is part of the autonomic nervous system, together with the parasympathetic nervous system. The ... read more -
My 17yr old daughter has complex regional pain syndrome for the second time, what are the coping mechanisms for complex regional pain syndrome?
From your description, there is ongoing pain from injury to ligaments and a question of CRPS. Pure CRPS is mediated by the Sympathetic Nervous System, which is part of the Autonomic Nervous System. If there ... read more -
Is anyone else taking Byetta?
I am not on Byetta but am familiar with the medication. It is a GLP agonist, which means that it mimics a hormone called "Glucagon Like Peptide". GLP is normally secreted by the gut, when ... read more -
When to seek medical attention for neck pain?
Pain is usually a sign that something is not right. Having any pain is not normal and you need to work out what is causing the pain. It could be something as simple as your ... read more -
What are some tips for getting getting better sleep with chronic pain?
Good sleep hygiene is essential. Avoid taking naps during the day. Don't go to sleep too early. Remember that the body only requires a certain amount of sleep, which varies with age. The older you ... read more -
What is the role of insulin in type 1 diabetes?
The prime defect in T1DM (Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus) is a lack of insulin. Isulin is a hormone produced by the Beta Cells of the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. Most T1DM is caused ... read more -
Is HCG available in Australia for pain relief?
The rationale for the use of HCG in pain comes from a small study of 12 patients done in the US. The author himself says that thismay indicate the need to hold a larger study ... read more -
What is the best way to get relief from sciatic pain?
Positioning can help relieve the painbut bear in mind that the pain may be temporary. In the meantime, if the pain gets too bad, some medications may be of use. Medications such as Lyrica (Pregabalin) ... read more -
What is neuropathic pain?
The burning in the leg, if it is neuropathic in origin, would come from a malfunction of the sensory nerve supplying that region of the body. It may come from damage to the nerve from ... read more -
How common is neck and back pain in Australia?
International statistics indicate the incidence of back pain is 25% and neck pain is 15% read more -
Are there specific exercises for pain management?
Any exercise or activity has been associated with better outcomes in pain. This works both through a psychological level and a physiological level. The so called runners high is associated with the release of endorphins ... read more -
Are there medical professionals who specialise in pain management?
Pain specialists are specialised anaesthetists and usually practice in a Pain Management Unit in a public or private hospital. Ther are some private pain specialists. For GPs specialised in pain, contact the RACGP read more -
What causes the pain associated with fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is thought to be a disorder of central sensitisation. That is, the systems that regulate pain and sensitivity to pain have gone wrong. Quote from the IASP: "The debate whether fibromyalgia is a rheumatological, ... read more
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