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Pain Management

What can I do to help manage my pain?

• Tell your caregiver and your doctor when you are in pain and ask for treatment.
• If your pain treatment isn't working for you, tell your doctor and ask for more specialized pain treatment if he or she cannot manage your pain.
• Regularly ask your doctor about all of the treatments and therapies available to you; new advances in pain treatment are made every year.
• Make sure prescriptions are taken according to directions. Don't suffer needlessly while waiting for the pain to return before taking pain medication.
• Let family and friends help you manage your pain. Ask for assistance with everyday tasks if your pain gets in the way.
• As your condition changes, share your concerns and discuss your choices often with caregivers and doctors.

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More in this section:

• What can I expect when it comes to having my pain managed?
• What can I do to help manage my pain?
• What should I ask my doctor?
• Will I become addicted to my pain medication?
• What can be done to manage the side effects of pain medication?

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