Persistent Pain (9/13)

Pain that is constant without apparent cause. This can include headaches that don’t respond to treatment, back pain, or bone pain. Persistent pain can be an early symptom of many cancers, including bone cancer, brain tumors, or cancers that have spread (metastasized) to other parts of the body.

Treatment:

• Comprehensive pain assessment
• Pain management techniques (medication, nerve blocks, physical therapy)
• Medications ranging from NSAIDs to opioids, depending on severity
• Alternative therapies like acupuncture or massage
• Psychological support (cognitive behavioral therapy)
• Treating the underlying cancer
• Palliative care consultation for complex pain management