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Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Directory
Reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome (RSDS), also known as complex regional pain syndrome, is a chronic condition that causes severe, burning pain in the affected area. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how RSDS is contracted, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Chronic Pain and Depression: Medications, Exercise and Other Treatments
Depression can magnify pain and make it harder to cope. The good news is that effective treatments can relieve depression and make chronic pain more tolerable. Learn more from WebMD.
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Psychological Therapy and Pain Management
WebMD looks at the role of psychological therapy in pain management.
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Chronic Pain and Depression
Chronic pain can lead to depression. WebMD tells you how to find help for this common mood disorder.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pain Management
WebMD answers some commonly asked questions concerning pain management.
Features
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Visiting the ER for Chronic Pain
What can you do to help the ER doctor to believe you? Read on.
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The Price Tag of Living With Chronic Pain
Chronic pain comes at a cost -- from lost wages to social stigma. Learn why you don't have to pay the price.
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Take the quiz: Chronic Pain
Is it all in your head? A normal part of aging? Test yourself: Questions and answers about chronic pain
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OxyContin: Pain Relief vs. Abuse
Experts discuss whether worries over the abuse of OxyContin are having an impact on the drug's legitimate use as a painkiller.