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Arthritis: What You Need To Know
Arthritis is usually a chronic, progressive condition that signals that there is redness, stiffness, and swelling- all hallmarks of inflammation- of a joint. In osteoarthritis, the cartilage in a joint gradually wears away. There are a multitude of treatments that may help relieve the discomfort of osteoarthritis, and the goal of treatment is to limit episodes of pain and inflammation, and help promote long-term joint function.
Buprenorphine Treatment
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is safe when prescribed and managed by a trained physician for severe pain. However, fentanyl is also 100 times stronger than morphine which can result in overdose and death when used illicitly. Many counterfeit pills bought ‘off the street’ contain fentanyl. Methods of reducing the impact of fentanyl is referred to as harm reduction. Once such medication, Buprenorphine, helps treat addiction and allowing individuals to have a life of normalcy and safety.