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Negative affect of narcotic for pain lower legs. what else can i try?
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Depends: It really depends on the cause of your lower leg pain. Some medications help with circulation, some with nerve pain, etc. Seeing a pain doctor could be of benefit because there are many other things to try, even besides medications.
Answered 7/25/2012
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