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New Survey Reveals the Devastating Impact of Chronic Pain on the Lives of Patients.
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June 14, 2006
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Patients Expressed Strong Desire for New Options to Help Manage Their Pain
BALTIMORE, June 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Chronic pain takes a devastating toll on the lives of those who suffer, according to new findings released today by the American Pain Foundation. Results from the Voices of Chronic Pain patient survey reveal that more than half (51) of chronic pain patients currently using an opioid analgesic agent felt they had little or no control over their pain. This survey is the first of its kind to evaluate the attitudes and impact chronic pain has on patients who have sought care from their physician and are currently using an opioid to treat their pain.
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