posted by Sue68
17 August 2010
Pain Relief for my mam
Last reply:
21 September 2010 09:57
My poor mam has terminal lung cancer and although the tumour has stablised, she is in awful awful pain and her pain relief is not working. She is at home on her own (she wont let me move in with her) and the doctors are not really doing anything to help other than prescribe the tablets. I am at my wits end because she can basically lead an normal life without the pain but is crippled with this. Does anyone know of what to do? Her next appointment with Lukes is in October but this is too far away. Please help or offer advice. Thank you.
Dear Sue
I am sorry to read, on the message board, that your Mam is in such pain and I would like to apologise for the delay in replying. I hope that your Mam's pain has improved since you posted that message. We would suggest that you speak to the palliative care nurse in St.Lukes where your Mam is attending. The team is very knowledgeable in pain management and all the symptoms associated with an advanced cancer. They or your Mam's GP could also arrange for the Home Care Team (palliative care team) to visit your Mam at home.
If you would like to speak to a nurse you can phone us on the National Cancer Helpline 1800 200 700 (Mon - Thurs 9 - 7, Fri 9 'til 5)