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Pain is a challenge for those affected and for their loved ones. It's often stressful to see how pain affects the daily lives of those affected. Pain that isn't managed well can be very upsetting and make you feel very tired. This can negatively impact the life of those affected and their relatives.

It’s important to treat pain quickly so that it can be effectively reduced. Talking regularly with the healthcare team will allow professionals to see how well pain medication is working and how it affects the patient's life. The pain treatment plan can also be changed as needed.

As a relative or other informal carer, you can help manage pain at home. This task can make you feel powerless or afraid, because you see the person you are caring for suffering. We would like to support you with this.

Support groups and discussion forums

In self-help groups, people in similar situations share their experiences. Here you can get support and advice:  How we can help - Cancer Support Switzerland
An alternative to self-help groups are discussion forums, where you can exchange your experiences in writing: Cancer Support in English - Family, Education, Health and Pets - Swiss Forum

Offer of support

Take regular time out to recharge your batteries. Keep up your hobbies and social contacts. Respite care staff or volunteers can spend time with your ill relative while you are away www.angehoerige-pflegen.ch 

Psycho-oncology support

If you are experiencing feelings of helplessness or fear, or if the suffering of the person concerned is weighing on you, it may be useful to talk to a specialist. Psycho-oncologists can help. Ask the treatment team and talk to your family doctor about this possibility.

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