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Is it normal to be more emotional when pain is increasing? torn disc/oa. 1st clue that i need another ultram used to be irritability/tearfulness.

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Yes...: Chronic pain is a major disease burden. Pain symptoms often trigger emotional symptoms, depression, anger, irritability, anxiety. Also, mood changes can amplify pain symptoms. Treatment should address both physical and emotional aspects for best results.

Answered 5/8/2016

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