Understanding Opioid Use in Patients with Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases

This chapter examines the significance of researching opioid use in patients with systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding their effectiveness for chronic pain. It addresses the CDC's warnings about the risks tied to opioid treatments, focusing on current prescribing trends in this vulnerable population.

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