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What can i do about my opioid dependence?
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Dependence/addiction: Dependence is a normal physiological response to chronic opioid use.Addiction is a desire for meds beyond what is necessary for pain control, usually assoc'd w/behavioral problems & deterioration of lifestyle.For dependence nothing needs to be done unless you desire to get off meds.For addiction-need treatment/rehab.Discuss this w/ your doctor.Meds can be gradually reduced to prevent withdrawal.
Answered 11/29/2014
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