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When treating fibromyalgia, your doctor may prescribe a variety of fibromyalgia medictions in an effort to relieve pain, including opiods. Many patients, the general public, and sadly even some physicians fear that anyone taking opioid medications on a long-term basis will become addicted. The key, though, is to first understand the difference between dependence and addiction.
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Dear Dr. Borigini: Have you heard using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for treatment of Chronic Pain? I was reading a journal article that spoke about non-pharmacologic management of chronic pain and fibromyalgia. It stated that there was "strong evidence for efficacy" for improvement that is often sustained for months. I did a…
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Cort, Health Guide, answered I was so immune to pain killers that… That would be something for your doctor to decide. Apparently you've built…
Karen Lee Richards, Health Guide, answered please someone help me Hi Sandy, I know how miserable and desperate you can get, especially a couple of years after…
Karen Lee Richards, Health Guide, answered I believe pain my mother addicted to… I appreciate your concern for your mother. But before I address your…
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