Chronic Pain
Description
Chronic pain may develop for no apparent reason. Despite thorough exams and tests, a doctor may be unable to find a specific physical cause.
Symptoms
Pain, depression, anxiety.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed. Tests to rule out a reversible cause of the pain and may include blood tests and imaging studies.
- CBC
- Chem 12
- Lipase
- UA
- X-Ray
- CT Scan
- MRI
Treatment
Treatment includes: pain medications, antidepressant medications, and psychological treatment. Nerve stimulators are surgically implanted in appropriate patients.
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