Dr Qazi Afaan Zahoor calls for greater awareness and improved management of chronic pain
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Updated · Greater Kashmir · Apr 21
Dr Qazi Afaan Zahoor calls for greater awareness and improved management of chronic pain
2 articles · Updated · Greater Kashmir · Apr 21
Dr Zahoor, a Clinical Fellow at Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai, highlights that 27% of Indian adults suffer from chronic pain, with women and those aged 45-65 most affected.
He notes that 63% of patients report severe pain and 32% lose significant work hours, while 68% rely on over-the-counter medications, indicating a major treatment gap.
Dr Zahoor urges integration of specialized pain services, more physician training, and patient education to address the socioeconomic burden and improve quality of life for chronic pain sufferers.
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