The Benefits of Cancer Pain Management

When you are undergoing cancer treatments, the number of questions you may have might seem endless. It's important to note that when it comes to your health, there are never too many questions you can ask.

For many, cancer can come with some new aches and pains, and these pains can vary. For some, it can be that you are physically hurting and for others, it can be just not being able to get comfortable, often leading to a lack of sleep. If you are experiencing pain in any form, discuss it with your cancer team so they can work to find you a personalized pain management plan.

Pain Can Be Controlled

No matter the level of pain you are experiencing, there are a variety of options to control it by starting treatment early on. For some medication might be the option, but as pain decreases, the need for it might decrease as well. This is why creating a custom treatment plan is critical.

Pain Management Can Improve Quality of Life

Treatment enough can take a vast amount of energy from you. When you add in pain, your quality of life can begin to suffer. By seeking treatment for pain early on, you can help relieve most of it so you can comfortably go about your day-to-day.

Things to Know About Pain Management

If you’re considering pain management for cancer, here are a few things you should know before and during treatment:

• You'll be asked to rate your pain on a scale from 0 to 10.
• When you bring up pain, be sure to be as detailed as possible, describing where, when, and how it begins and how long it lasts for.
• During treatment, it's essential to increase your activity level as the pain starts to decrease.
• Talk to your cancer team as soon as pain begins. The earlier it's treated, the better.

A common issue, chronic pain can affect the quality of life, making even the usual daily activities hard. At Henry County Pain Management, we can work with you to create a custom cancer pain management plan, so you can stop noticing the pain and begin seeing life.