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How should i maintain my morphine pump that constantly delivers morphine to the spine?
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Your pain Dr.: I'm confused as to why you think there is something you can do to maintain the pump. Other than checking the pump electronically, reprogramming it, and refilling it, there is no maintenance.
Answered 7/26/2019
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