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    Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors for Depression and Pain After a Stroke

    Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors for Depression and Pain After a Stroke



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    Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can balance certain brain chemicals called Reference neurotransmitters Opens New Window. When these brain chemicals are in proper balance, symptoms of Reference depression Opens New Window may be relieved.



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