Pain Medications: Addiction and Fear of Becoming Addicted

Pain Medications: Addiction and Fear of Becoming Addicted
Many people fear becoming addicted to pain medications. WebMD explains what addiction is, what it isn't, and how it can affect your pain treatment.
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