儘管手術的目的是為了解決病灶，若輕忽術後疼痛控制，或過度忍耐疼痛，極有可能導致長期的慢性疼痛，進而影響身心及日常生活。 「開刀本來就是會痛」、「術後就是要忍痛，… Read More

Every medicine has its side effects, so what are those of pain medications? Side effects vary with different kinds of painkillers. Different medications are given depending on the levels of pain. The most commonly used medications for post-surgical pain include: Acetaminophen (Paracetamol), Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and Opioids. Acetaminophen (Paracetamol), also known as Panadol, when taken too much can cause liver damage, and can also lead to stomach and kidney related side effects. Opioids are the most powerful of these drugs, they can also cause nausea, vomiting, bloating, urinary retention, itchiness and are also addictive. Taking large amounts can also stop your breathing. Most pain medications are controlled drugs. For postsurgical pain, all you need is to follow the doctor’s prescription for pain medications. If side effects occur, doctors will prescribe other drugs to reduce it. As long as you follow the instructions and ask the doctor if you have questions and concerns, the pain will be well managed and you will have less side effects. Read More

常見由麻醉科所提供的止痛治療有「病患自控式止痛」或是「週邊神經阻斷」，但這些止痛治療通常用於重大手術，例如剖腹手術、開胸手術、關節置換手術……等。 痔瘡手術算是… Read More

外國有一句俗諺：「Fire is a good servant but a bad master.」翻為中文原意為：「火是一把雙刃劍」，只要善加運用，你可用它烹… Read More

過去傳統的術後止痛就是當患者感到疼痛時，會先跟護理師反映，再通知醫師，醫師再開立止痛藥物，由護理師去施打藥物，間隔時間至少要半小時，對正在疼痛的患者來說是相當煎… Read More