“What helps with radiation treatment pain?”
I am a 45 year old male. I want to know what helps with radiation treatment pain?
3 Answers
Clinical findings, PETscan, Diagnostic CT scan or MRI scan use to fuse with CT simulation image and special software for treatment planning
Most radiation oncologists are experienced managing cancer pain and treatment related pain, using appropriate non-narcotic or narcotic pain medications.
Dr. Joshua N. Halpern
Radiation Oncologist
Cancer pain is usually caused by the pressure produces by the bulk of the tumor. Radiation is reducing the tumor volume and consequently the pressure on surrounding tissues and sensory nerves. The pain relief is very effective, but not permanent.
