How to relieve cancer pain

Advanced cancer pain can be relieved by medication, radiation, chemotherapy, nerve block, psychotherapy, etc. Treatment requires a comprehensive consideration of the patient's situation, close cooperation, and family care and support. Patients with advanced cancer often experience severe pain, which causes great physical and psychological pain. Here are some ways to relieve advanced cancer pain: 1. Drug therapy: Drug therapy is the main method to relieve pain in advanced cancer. The doctor will prescribe appropriate painkillers, such as opioids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, according to the pain level and physical condition of the patient. These drugs can be administered orally, patches, injections, etc. to relieve pain. 2. Radiation and chemotherapy: Radiotherapy and chemotherapy can be used to treat cancer itself or to relieve pain. Radiotherapy can kill cancer cells with radiation and relieve the pressure and irritation of surrounding tissues. Chemotherapy can kill cancer cells with drugs and relieve pain caused by tumors. 3. Nerve block: Nerve block is a method of relieving pain by injecting drugs to block nerve conduction. This method is suitable for neuralgia caused by cancer, such as postherpetic neuralgia. 4. Psychotherapy: Pain in the late stage of cancer not only affects the body, but also affects the psychology. Psychotherapy can help patients relieve anxiety, depression and other emotions and improve their quality of life. Psychotherapy includes psychological counseling, psychological support, relaxation training, etc. 5. Other treatments: In addition to the above methods, other treatments can be used to relieve advanced cancer pain, such as interventional therapy, traditional Chinese medicine treatment, etc. These methods can be selected according to the specific conditions of the patient. It should be noted that relieving advanced cancer pain requires a comprehensive consideration of the patient's physical condition, pain level, drug side effects and other factors. During the treatment process, patients need to closely cooperate with the doctor's treatment, take medicine on time, review regularly, in order to adjust the treatment plan in time. At the same time, the patient's family members also need to give patients adequate care and support to help them tide over difficulties. Key messages: 1. Advanced cancer pain can be relieved by drug therapy, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, nerve block, psychotherapy and other methods. 2. The treatment method needs to be considered comprehensively according to the specific situation of the patient, and the patient needs to cooperate closely with the doctor. 3. The care and support of family members are very important to the patient.