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Abuse of Opioids takes away from all the good it can do
Chronic Pain | Last Active: May 8, 2023 | Replies (132)Comment receiving replies
Has anyone had experience with using "Kratom"? It is a opioid but quite different. I would like to here from anyone who has experience with it. Thanks.
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Here are links to 2 discussions here on Mayo Connect regarding Kratom use, effectiveness & safety:
— Kratom warning:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/kratom-warning/
— Kratom for PN pain in feet?:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/kratom-for-pn-pain-in-feet/
Here is a discussion of Kratom on Web MD:
https://www.webmd.com/connect-to-care/addiction-treatment-recovery/myths-about-kratom
They point out that it may be regulated or illegal depending upon where you live. I live in a heavily Somali community, and Kratom addiction is a very real problem for many men (and some women) leading to a lot of domestic issues.
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