Cancer Pain Treatment in West Delhi

Cancer Pain Overview

Cancer pain is not just one kind but a variety of different sensations resulting from the disease itself, the disease extending to other areas, or surgery, chemotherapy, or radiotherapy treatments. It is acute-short-term, chronic-long-term, or breakthrough pain that strikes suddenly despite treatment. These factors vary from different forms and stages of cancer to their particular types and diseases:-

• Depending on the type and stage of the cancer.
• The number of tumors that affect the site above.
• Treatments.
• The pain sensitivity of an individual.

Most patients who have cancer have to endure some form of pain at some point in their illness. However, modern medicine ensures that very few should suffer pain without relief.

Causes of Cancer Pain

The pain is derived from multiple sources:

• Direct Tumor Pressure: Tumors pressing on nerves, bones, or organs.
• Bone Involvement: Metastatic involvement of the spine and other bones constitutes one of the poor causes of severe pain.
• Nerve Compression or Damage: From tumor growth or from treatments.
• Pain after surgery related to cancer.
• Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathy: Tingling, burning, or stabbing sensations in hands and feet.
• Side effects from radiation include inflammation of tissues, which creates discomfort.
• Infections or ulcers due to reduced immunity and long-term treatment.

Cancer Pain Symptoms

Symptoms of sciatica come and go in intensity, whereas they are generally restricted to one side of the body. Symptoms may include:-

• Pain in/from the lumbar area into the buttock, thigh, calf, or foot
• Severe, burning, or stabbing pain aggravated with sitting, coughing, or sneezing
• Numbness or weakness in the affected leg
• Muscle weakness or inability to move the leg or foot
• Sharp pain that feels sudden, like an electric shock
• Constant aching in the lower back, with or without pain in the hip

Diagnosis of Cancer Pain

A proper diagnosis helps in making the appropriate treatment design. In Dr Ekta's Pain Management Clinic, we use:-

• Medical History and pain assessment (intensity, frequency, place, type).
• Physical Examination is performed to identify tender areas, nerve involvement, and swelling.
• An Imaging test using X-ray, MRI, CT, or PET scan to know the spread of the tumor.
• Neurological testing for nerve pain.
• Pain scales & diaries: Patients may be asked to record identified pain patterns for better treatment programming.

The severe presentation of symptoms with loss of bowel and bladder control must be evaluated immediately, as they signify cauda equina syndrome, which is a surgical emergency.

Why We Are Different

Treatment Options at Dr Ekta's Pain Management Clinic

Multi-disciplinary treatment options—medications, interventional pain therapies, and holistic care.

Medication Therapy

• Non-Opioid Analgesics: NSAIDs or Acetaminophen for mild pain.
• Opioids (Morphine, Fentanyl, Oxycodone): Moderate to severe cancer pain, strictly monitored to avoid side effects.
• Adjuvant Medicines:
• Antidepressants and Anticonvulsants for Neuropathic Pain.
• Corticosteroids for Dispapping Swelling and Inflammation.
• Muscle relaxant for stiffness and spasms.

Interventional Pain Procedures.

• Nerve Blocks-injections specifically directed to stop pain signals.
• Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) eliminates pain-transmitting nerves for long-term relief.
• Spinal Cord Infusions/deposits into the Epidural or Intrathecal infusion systems-pain medication given directly to the spinal fluid for better efficacy without side effects.
• Neurolytic blocks (Alcohol/Phenol)- for advanced cancer pain unresponsive to the above therapies.
• Spinal Cord Stimulation: Change in pain in the brain before reaching the brain.

Supportive Therapies

• Rehabilitation and physiotherapy: Upgrades mobility while alleviating stiffness.
• Nutritional Guidance: Boosts one's energy and immunity.
• Psychological Counseling: Supports patients and families in dealing with emotional turmoil.
• Integration in Palliative Care: Provides comfort in the switching palliative phases of cancer.

Self-Care & Supportive Measures

• Communicate openly with the doctor about how severe the pain levels are.
• Follow the med schedule religiously-do not wait for pain to creep up on you.
• Use warm compresses or cold packs for localized relief.
• Gentle stretching or yoga kits are suitable for flexibility exercises.
• Relaxation techniques like meditation or deep breathing under Yoga will help.

Courses on cancer support, sharing of experiences, and encouragement

Why Choose Dr Ekta's Pain Management Clinic for Cancer Pain?

• Expert Pain Specialists trained in cancer-related pain care.
• Advanced Non-Surgical Techniques, including nerve blocks, RFA, and spinal therapies.
• Comprehensive Care integrating physical, emotional, and palliative support.
• Customized Treatment Plans designed for individual cancer types and stages.
• Compassionate, Patient-Focused Philosophy ensuring dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

At Dr Ekta's Pain Management Clinic, we believe no cancer patient should suffer needlessly. With our state-of-the-art therapies and compassionate care, we help our visiting patients manage pain, reduce stress, and focus on what matters most—living life meaningfully, even while undergoing cancer treatment.