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Saturday, November 22, 2008
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If you're in pain, get relief
 Medicine and other treatments can almost always
relieve cancer pain. Treating pain is an important part of good
cancer care. Pain relief can also help you enjoy life more.
To get
relief, talk to your doctor or nurse as soon as pain begins.
Tell
them:
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All
the places it hurts
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How
strong the pain feels
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What
makes the pain worse
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What
eases the pain
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How
much relief you get from medicines you now take
Ask
them:
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What
medicine(s) can you give me to relieve my pain?
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How
and when should I take the medicine(s) and for how long?
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What
side effects are common? What should be done if they occur?
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Should
I try non-drug methods to relieve my pain, too, like relaxation
or massage?
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