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Why Opioid Stigma Matters in Sickle Cell Care
A new report highlighted by Medical Xpress argues that opioid-use stigma may help explain clinician bias against patients with sickle cell disease, especially during acute pain crises.
Key Takeaways
- Medical Xpress says opioid-use stigma may underlie bias toward sickle cell patients.
- The report connects stigma to emergency-room treatment during acute pain episodes.
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DT Editorial Team··via medicalxpress.com