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Posts tagged with ‘pain killers’
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Safe Use, Storage, and Disposal of Opioid Drugs
Opioid pain relievers (opioids) are used to manage acute and chronic pain. These medicines are powerful pain relievers, but they…
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Safe Use, Storage, and Disposal of Opioid Drugs | Printable Patient Tip Sheet
Printable page for patient counseling on safe use, storage, and disposal of opioid drugs
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Ankle Sprains
An ankle sprain is a stretched or torn ligament in your ankle. It is a common injury that can be…
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Chronic Pain Medicines
Chronic pain medicines help treat lasting pain. Learn about common types of medicine, including side effects and how to take…
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Prescription Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Medicines
Prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are medicines you can take for pain relief.
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Prescription Drug Abuse in the Elderly
Most older adults who suffer from prescription drug abuse do so by accident. Learn the causes and how to recognize…
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Headaches
Learn about the different types and causes of headaches, as well as how to detect, treat, and prevent headaches.
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Complex regional pain syndrome is a chronic pain condition that can occur after an injury. The pain is usually much…
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Pain Control After Surgery: Pain Medicines
It is important to control your pain after surgery. Learn about the different kinds and forms of pain medicines you…
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Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is pain that doesn’t go away, lasting months or even years. It can interfere with daily activities and…
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Pain Relievers: Understanding Your OTC Options
Over-the-counter pain relievers can help you manage aches and pains without a prescription from your doctor. There are several types…
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What do I need in my first aid kit?
A well-prepared first aid kit is an important tool in treating minor injuries that commonly occur at home and when…
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Prostatitis
Prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland. It usually is caused by an infection and can be treated with…
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Shin Splints
Shin splints are a type of pain you get in your shinbone (tibia) and connected muscles and tendons. Overuse is…
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Shoulder Pain
A common cause of shoulder pain is soreness of the tendon of the rotator cuff. Learn about the symptoms, causes,…
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H1N1 Influenza
H1N1 influenza (swine flu) is an infection caused by a virus. Lower your risk by getting the flu vaccine and…
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Sore Muscles from Exercise
Exercise is an important part of a healthy, active lifestyle, but it can cause muscle soreness. Learn how to treat…
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Amputation
Amputation is the removal of a body part through surgery. Learn common causes and treatments of amputation, as well as…
