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Introduction The opioid epidemic refers to the rapid increase in the use and misuse of both prescription and non-prescription opioids over the past few decades. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), overdose deaths involving opioids have quadrupled since 1999, resulting in over 47,000 deaths in 2017…
Introduction Opioid medications like hydrocodone and oxycodone are commonly prescribed for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. Both fall under the drug class of narcotic analgesics and work by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and body to provide pain relief. This article provides an in-depth comparison of…
Introduction Chronic pain is defined as persistent or recurrent pain lasting beyond the usual course of an acute illness or injury, generally more than 3 to 6 months. It is estimated that chronic pain affects around 20% of adults worldwide, making it a leading cause of long-term disability and reduced…
Chronic Pain Syndrome is a complex condition that affects millions of people. It is a condition characterized by persistent pain that lasts for an extended period, typically for more than three to six months. Unlike acute pain, which serves as a warning sign for injury or illness, chronic pain continues…
