Pain Management and Its Effects on Children with Cancer 

The perception of cancer pain is unique. Everyone experiences pain differently. The same is true for children who have been diagnosed with cancer. Children express pain differently depending on age and other barriers such as cognitive ability, verbal communication, etc. Minimizing or eliminating the pain a child experiences is the overall goal of parents and caregivers.  Studies suggest that children who experience adequate pain management during their illness and/or treatment achieve better outcomes and quality of life. Various medications and non-pharmacologic techniques are available to assist in helping a child with cancer experience as little pain as possible.

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