Question 1

whare are some methods of pain relief?

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Depends: Your question is very general and incomplete.  You need to be more specific on which part of your body is hurting. Depending on your physician's assessment conservative treatments like physical therapy and use of certain devices, medications and others. You have to be more specific on your question.

Question 2

what are topical pain relief ointments?

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Help is skin deep: Topical go on the skin.  Some are absorbed into the bloodstream and others help locally only.   Someties they are a compound of several medications that you would not want to take orally, and sometimes the simple fact of massaging the cream onto your skin works wonders.

Question 3

i need some recommendations for pain relief?

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See Doctor: Without knowing why and where your hurt its hard to tell you why to do.  I would suggest seeing the doctor for further evaluation and treatment options.

Question 4

are pain relief pills addictive?

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If they contain : Opiods - yes! do your best to stay away from them by partnering with your pain management doctor.

Question 5

is codeine good for pain relief?

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Consult you doctor..: Before taking any medications. Codeine is often used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain when the use of an opioid analgesic is appropriate. Again it is important to consult  your physician for a proper pain assessment to determine the appropriate course of therapy.

Question 6

pain relief for forceps delivery?

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Options: Paracervical block, pudendal nerve block, epidural.

Question 7

what can i do for oral pain relief?

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Depends on the issue: Oral pain can be due to several reasons.  If you have an oral ulcer, you could try over the counter oral ointment such as oragel which might help.  Otherwise, you should consult your dentist right away.

Question 8

can sex actually aid in pain relief?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Endorphin release, muscle relaxation, excellent distraction, enjoyable activity...Need i say more? Give it a try.

Question 9

how can i use kratom for pain relief?

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No, you can't.: Kratom is illegal in australia, malaysia, myanmar (burma), and thailand (these countries impose sever penalties for possession of the herb). It is legal in most other countries, including the United States and europe, for incense use only.

Question 10

what can provide hemoroid pain relief?

Accepted Answer

No straining: Straining is the chief cause of hemorrhoids and their symptoms.  So stop.  You can use local therapy with 2.5% Hydrocortisone cream or suppositories.  Be sure to see a doctor to verify the diagnosis because fissures are usually the cause of painful bleeding.  Sitz bath in very warm water may also help.  Only 10% of people who think they have hemorrhoids actually have them.

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