What's An Opioid Use Disorder?

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. What's An Opioid Use Disorder? 2. Diagnosis Of Opioid Use Disorder 3. Treatment For Opioid Use Disorder 4. Opioid Replacement Therapy

Science and medicines have improved the lifespan of the human race. People depend upon medicines for their well being, especially painkillers

to get rid of pains. People approach a doctor for their ailments and doctors prescribe painkillers to alleviate pain. In this case, most of the people will be prescribed a medication called opioid and doctors call it as a narcotic or opiate.

opium poppy. These painkillers are derived from the "joy plant” named

The medicines made from the opium poppy relieves the pain and in addition, it gives you a pleasant feeling(euphoria). Due to this, people

begin abusing this medication and take a high dose to get a high feeling.

In America, millions of people suffer from an opioid crisis.

People began using opioids for other purposes than intended by the doctor and which become an cpioid epidemic. The strong desire for this medication has turned into an addiction. This article will provide you with valuable pieces of information on opioid addiction treatments.

— What's An Opioid Use Disorder?

Opioid use disorder is a medical condition, where the individual is dependent and

can not stop using opioids even in spite of the harmful

consequences. This disorder is characterized by the strong desire to use opioids and increased tolerance to opioids. Here Are The Opioid Addiction Symptoms And Signs:

Drug-seeking behavior and using high doses of opioids.

Can not control using the drug.

Strong desire for the drug in spite of legal or social problems.

Have withdrawal symptoms.

Having more opioid cravings. If a person tries to stop the opioid use abruptly, the individual may experience symptoms of opioid withdrawal which includes: