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 PAIN MANAGEMENT TOPICS  
Electrolysis Pain : What to expect; factors involved in the perception of pain.
Pain Control : A preferred method to alleviate/eliminate the discomfort of electrolysis treatment.
Oral Nonopioid Medications : Oral pain medication used in addition to topical pain management.
Adjunct Medical Support : Physician facilitated pain management during electrolysis treatment.
EMLA : A topical anesthetic.
Occlusive Dressings : Application instructions for cream type topical anesthetics like EMLA.
OTC topical analgesics : Non-prescription topical analgesics available to the electrology patient.
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SECTION HIGHLIGHTS

Factors that affect pain in electrolysis treatment.

  • This section will:  

    • Discuss what methods will best minimize long-term discomfort.

    • Look at the various pain relievers, both prescription and available over the counter.

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