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A member asked:
I'm afraid to take narcotics for pain because i'm worried about withdrawal?
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No reason: Unless one has a strong personal and family history of addiction, short term, acute use of pain medications for a week or two is perfectly safe. Let your physician guide you.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Unlikely: Treat the pain. Withdrawal will only occur if the pained is taken away abruptly.
Answered 10/3/2016
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