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I know theres a stigma assoc. with pain meds, but given that i have an obvious back condition w/pain, is it ok to bring up pain meds to orthopedist?
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Pain Meds : Depending on the diagnosis and recent imaging studies. However, i would recommend nucynta (tapentadol).
Answered 5/10/2013
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