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Experts warn about opioids post tonsillectomy

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked
  • August 24, 2019
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use of opioids after tonsillectomy

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  • A University of Michigan study revealed 59.6% of children received a prescription for opioids following tonsillectomy, even though safer pain relief options would likely have worked just as well

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