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Cancer pain: Relief is possible
When should you discuss cancer pain with your doctor, and what points should you bring up?
What are the side effects of cancer pain treatment, and what can you do about them?
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What causes cancer pain?
How do you treat cancer pain?
What are some reasons for not receiving adequate treatment for cancer pain?
How can you help your doctor understand your cancer pain?
What steps can you take to ensure you're receiving adequate cancer pain treatment?
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Not everyone with cancer has cancer pain, but some do. If you have cancer that's spread or recurred, your chance of having pain is higher.
Cancer pain takes many forms. It can be dull, achy, sharp or burning. It can be constant, intermittent, mild, moderate or severe. How much pain you feel depends on a number of factors, including the type of cancer you have, how advanced it is, where it's situated and your pain tolerance.
Most cancer pain is manageable, and controlling your pain is an essential part of your treatment.
