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Pain medicines after surgery
Types of pain medication
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Planning for surgery
Types of pain medicine
Managing the risks of opioid use
Pain relief after major surgery
Pain relief after minor surgery and during home recovery
Your role in pain control
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Planning for surgery
Types of pain medicine
Managing the risks of opioid use
Pain relief after major surgery
Pain relief after minor surgery and during home recovery
Your role in pain control
Content
It's natural to have concerns about the pain you might have after surgery. It's also natural to be concerned about the possible risks of taking powerful pain medicines. Controlling pain and lowering the risk of side effects are important for your comfort, recovery and rehabilitation after surgery.
It's best to talk about pain relief and pain medicines before you have surgery. Being prepared can help you better manage your pain.