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Dr. Sean Mackey: Tools to Reduce & Manage Pain

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Navigating the Opioid Landscape

This chapter explores the complex role of endogenous and exogenous opioids in pain management and emotional health, highlighting both their potential benefits and risks. It discusses the opioid crisis, the challenges faced by healthcare professionals, and the misconceptions surrounding opioid prescriptions, while also examining alternative treatments like low-dose testosterone and kratom. The conversation emphasizes the need for personalized pain management strategies and better education in the medical community to address the ongoing issues related to opioid use.

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