What are the most common pain regimens that you use in cancer care?
Can you explain the rationale behind your choices? Are there certain patient factors or logistical barriers which influence your approach?
Answer from: Medical Oncologist at Academic Institution
Malignant pain is common, and oncologists should be comfortable initiating management in their patients. Let's imagine, for this case, that local therapies for a focal pain have been explored and we've decided it's time for medication/systemic approach.
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