Cancer & Palliative

Cancer pain and the needs of patients with life-limiting illnesses require a compassionate, comprehensive approach that goes beyond standard pain management. Cancer-related pain can arise from the tumour itself, treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation, surgery, or compression of nerves and bones. Palliative care addresses not only pain but also other distressing symptoms such as breathlessness, nausea, fatigue, and anxiety, focusing on improving quality of life for patients and support for their families. At Eshna Pain & Palliative Centre, our team provides individualised pain management plans for cancer patients, including medication optimisation, nerve blocks, and minimally invasive interventional procedures to relieve severe or treatment-resistant pain. We also offer palliative care services for patients with advanced illnesses, including symptom management, emotional support, and guidance for caregivers, with the option of home-based care for patients who prefer to be treated in familiar surroundings. Our approach is centred on dignity, comfort, and respect, working closely with oncologists and other specialists to ensure coordinated care throughout the treatment journey. Whether the goal is to manage pain during active cancer treatment or to provide comfort-focused care in advanced stages of illness, our team is committed to supporting patients and their families with empathy and clinical expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is palliative care and who needs it?

Palliative care focuses on relieving pain and other symptoms while improving quality of life for patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses. It can be provided alongside curative treatment or in advanced stages of illness, and is suitable for patients of any age.

How is cancer pain managed?

Cancer pain is managed through a combination of medications, nerve blocks, interventional procedures, and supportive therapies tailored to the cause and severity of pain. Treatment plans are adjusted as the patient's needs change.

Is home-based palliative care available?

Yes, Eshna Pain & Palliative Centre offers home-based palliative care for patients who prefer to receive care in a familiar and comfortable environment, with support for both patients and their families.