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What is the usual pain relief treatment following amputation?
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Narcotic analgesics: Ususlly strong pain meds are used at first, then they can be tapered down as the healing progresses.
Answered 7/14/2021
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Pain control: Post-operatively pain medications can be tailored to the patients needs.
Answered 4/7/2013
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