OPIOIDS NOW AND THEN
OPIOIDS NOW AND THEN

Summary/Abstract: Introduction: Opioid crisis has become a topic for debates – not only in professionals but in society as well. Opioid treatment has undergone changes. New insight and approach have to be given. Number of deaths caused by opioid overdose grew. This is a fact. New diagnosis has been created – opioid use disorder – which is a problematic pattern of opioid use that causes significant impairment or distress. Core: The article focuses on describing relevant facts that are involved. It clearly names the reasons of opioid crisis in USA and compares to Europe. It gives the answers – why this has happened, and at the end provides the information and recommendations how to face this disaster. Conclusion: Number one arrangement is prevention. It is crucial do distinguish the right moment when to start opioid treatment, as well as, when to stop it. Management of strategy for long term opioid therapy in chronic non cancer pain is provided. There have been many fatalities associated with the increasing therapeutic use and abuse of opioids. Opioid use, abuse and adverse consequences including death are alarming. In attempt to control opioid crisis numerous regulations and guidelines have been developed.

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