Everyday Health | The basics about pain and painkillers: a user’s guide

Priya is 31 years old, and is a homemaker. Although in good health, she suffered from occasional severe headaches, which were rather disabling. When her friends suggested a visit to the doctor, Priya refused, saying that she would rather suffer the pain than take painkillers. She had heard that painkillers had side effects, and was afraid to use them.