Keywords

cancer survivor, chronic cancer-related pain, primary care

 

Authors

  1. Davies, Pamela Stitzlein MS, ARNP, ACHPN

Abstract

Abstract: Many cancer survivors suffer from chronic pain related to treatment. Pain management in the survivor is similar to chronic noncancer pain, with the important caveat that new or worsening pain must be promptly assessed for malignancy. This article reviews cancer survivorship, identifies common pain problems, and discusses strategies for management.