The doctors and nurses who can help you manage your pain may include your:
You may also be referred to other services, such as a specialist palliative care team, a supportive care team or a hospice if you have cancer that can’t be cured. Seeing these services early on can make it easier to deal with your pain.
Palliative care and supportive care teams help people with cancer that can’t be cured to live as well as possible for as long as possible. They are not just for people at the end of their life.
If you haven’t seen a palliative care or supportive care team and need more support speak to your GP or medical team about referring you.
“Our palliative care nurse was great and explained what the pain relief drugs were and how long they would take to work.”
“Get help as soon as possible for your pain, the earlier it’s treated the better. There’s nothing wrong with asking for help.”
Updated April 2025
Review date April 2028
