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Overview

Palliative medicine in cancer refers to the specialized medical care provided to patients who have been diagnosed with cancer and are facing advanced or terminal stages of the disease. The primary goal of palliative care is to improve the quality of life for both patients and their and focused on improving the quality of life.

Palliative care focuses on alleviating symptoms associated with cancer and its treatment such as pain, nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath, appetite loss, insomnia, anxiety, or depression. A multidisciplinary team works together to develop personalized symptom management plans that may involve medications, non-pharmacological interventions (e.g., relaxation techniques), counselling, or complementary therapies.

Palliative medicine in cancer emphasizes compassionate care tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals facing advanced stages of cancer. By focusing on symptom management, psychosocial support, and coordination across various aspects of care, palliative teams aim to optimize comfort and enhance the overall well-being of both patients and their families.

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Professionals involved :

    • Internal medicine specialist
    • General Physician
    • Pain Management Specialist
    • Psychologist/Psychiatrist

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Patients can receive palliative medicine at any stage of their cancer treatment at AOI, from diagnosis to advanced stages, as it supports both symptom management and emotional care.

Palliative care at AOI helps cancer patients by providing relief from pain, nausea, fatigue, and emotional distress, ensuring comfort while complementing active cancer treatments.

Palliative medicine at AOI is delivered by a multidisciplinary team of oncologists, palliative care specialists, nurses, and counselors who focus on the physical and emotional needs of patients and their families.

No, at AOI, palliative medicine is not limited to end-of-life care; it is integrated with cancer treatment to improve comfort, reduce stress, and enhance the overall quality of life.

Palliative medicine at American Oncology Institute focuses on improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses by managing pain, symptoms, and emotional well-being alongside cancer treatment.

AOI’s palliative medicine team addresses pain, breathing difficulties, loss of appetite, fatigue, sleep problems, and emotional stress to ensure patients receive holistic care.

To book an appointment for palliative medicine at American Oncology Institute, you can call the helpline number 1800 208 2000, or visit https://www.americanoncology.com/bookanappointment where the team will guide you through the process.