Cancer Pain

When to Call a Doctor

If you have cancer, call your doctor if any of the following occur:

  • You have new pain.
  • Your drugs or other treatments are no longer working.
  • Your pain medicine is not working long enough after each dose.
  • You have new symptoms, such as having a hard time walking, eating, or urinating.
  • You have side effects, such as nausea or vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea.
  • Your pain makes it hard for you to do your daily activities, such as eating or sleeping.

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Author: Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPHLast Updated: October 30, 2007
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Michael Seth Rabin, MD - Medical Oncology

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 Overview
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 Frequently Asked Questions
 Cause
 What Does It Feel Like?
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 Who to See
 Treatment Overview
 Keeping a Pain Control Diary
 Home Treatment
 Medications
 Surgery
 Other Treatment
 Other Places To Get Help
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