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Is Mesothelioma Painful?
Mesothelioma patients and their loved ones often have a lot of questions about this form of cancer, not the least of which is what they should expect next and how much pain they should expect to suffer. While every patient is unique and experiences mesothelioma pain in a different way, it is important to know that mesothelioma is generally a painful form of cancer.
Mesothelioma Symptoms and Treatment May Cause Pain
Often pain is the first symptom that someone may have mesothelioma. Mesothelioma symptoms may include chest pain, upper back pain and a painful cough.
Additionally, surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation may all be used to treat mesothelioma and may all cause pain of their own
Mesothelioma Pain Treatment
Mesothelioma patients suffer enough. Doctors will often try to manage their pain to the greatest extent possible. For example, different medications including over the counter medications such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen may be recommended or prescription drugs such as oxycodone, morphine or codeine may be prescribed.
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