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Would painkiller calm down pain of an open wound?

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes: Ask your doctor to assess if you are a candidate for a pain medication.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/28/2013

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