Pain Management

Cancer Pain Management and Relief

Pain caused by cancer or its treatments, affecting quality of life.

Cancer Pain

What is Cancer Pain?

Struggling with pain due to cancer or its treatments? Specialized care can help you feel more comfortable.
Cancer pain may result from tumors pressing on organs, nerves, or bones, or from treatments like chemotherapy and surgery. Managing this pain is essential for comfort, function, and emotional well-being during treatment.

Common Symptoms

  • Persistent or severe pain near tumor site
  • Pain in/near treatment areas
  • Nerve pain like burning or tingling
  • Bone pain from metastases
  • Sudden spikes in pain intensity

When to see a pain management specialist

  • Pain interferes with sleep or activities
  • Medication is no longer effective
  • Pain worsens with disease progression
  • Emotional distress due to pain
  • Need for advanced pain management options

Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.

Schedule a consultation today.

Causes and Risk Factors

  • Tumor pressure on nerves or tissues
  • Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy
  • Bone metastases
  • Post-operative pain
  • Inflammatory processes

Diagnosis and Tests

  • Patient pain history and cancer type
  • Imaging (CT, MRI, X-rays)
  • Neurological and functional exams
  • Response to previous pain treatments
  • Pain scoring and monitoring

Treatment Options

  • Opioids and other pain medications
  • Nerve blocks or spinal injections
  • Palliative radiation therapy
  • TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) or nerve stimulation
  • Alternative therapies (acupuncture, acupressure, and reflexology)

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Doral Health & Wellness Pain Relief Department

Doral Health & Wellness Pain Management Center is dedicated to helping you find relief from chronic pain.
Our compassionate specialists develop individualized treatment plans using the latest techniques and therapies, ensuring a holistic approach to your pain management journey.

Doctor assisting an older man in pain while helping him sit up.

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