Medical And Surgical Treatments For Heart Problems
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Treatment - post surgery
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Question:
How is pain treated after surgery?
Answer:
There are many types of pain medicines. Depending on the surgery and the patient's health, a single medication or combination of medications may be used.
Studies show that patients who use pain medication (such as narcotics) early and aggressively after surgery have shorter hospital stays and fewer lingering or chronic pain problems later. They...
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