Q: Which doctor should I consult for cancer pain?
A: You should consult an oncologist (medical or surgical), physiotherapist, palliative care or rehabilitation center.
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Q: Does everyone with cancer have pain?
A: No, having cancer does not always mean that the person will have pain. It might happen that the person does not have tumor suppression which generally leads to pain.
Q: Does a person taking opioids become addicted to it?
A: Cancer patients rarely become addicted to opioids. Patients can only have physical dependence on pain medication but, the risk of psychological dependence to analgesics is negligible with well-managed treatment.
