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Will acupuncture helps relief the pressure?

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Maybe: But what do you mean by "pressure", and where is it, and what have you been told about it. We need specifics to advise you.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/18/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

A/W Dr. Machanic: Acupuncture is beneficial in the treatment of many conditions and symptoms. However, not certain as to what type of pressure you are referring to.

Answered 6/18/2017

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