Painkillers come in many different types, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers like acetaminophen and ibuprofen are often used to treat mild to moderate pain. Prescription painkillers like opioids can be more effective for severe pain, but they also carry a higher risk of side effects and addiction. Topical painkillers like lidocaine patches can be applied directly to the skin to relieve pain in a specific area.
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): Formerly known as selective eating disorder, ARFID is characterized by limited food preferences, avoidance of certain textures, smells, or colors of food, and a reduced interest in eating. Unlike anorexia, ARFID is not necessarily driven by body image concerns but can still lead to nutritional deficiencies and impaired growth in children.
Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED): OSFED is a category that includes eating disorder symptoms that don't fit neatly into the criteria of other specific disorders. It's sometimes referred to as "atypical anorexia" or "subthreshold bulimia." Despite not meeting all the criteria for a specific eating disorder, OSFED is still a serious condition requiring treatment.