Pain killers that don’t affect temperature

My dad has prostate cancer that has spread. He is having chemo and has been told he can’t take painkillers because they may change his temperature and he has to monitor this three times a day for safety reasons. He’s in a lot of pain and I wondered whether there is any pain relief that doesn’t affect your temperature? Thank you.

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  • Hello and thanks for your post

    I'm sorry your dad is experiencing pain This must be a difficult time for you.

    I wonder if he has mentioned his pain to his doctors or specialist nurse. They can assess him and try to establish the cause of his pain. They can also prescribe pain medications so he is more comfortable.

    Some painkillers can take a while to work and the doses may have to be increased or the pain medication needs to be changed, but this has to be done under medical supervision. We have some information  on our website on how pain can be managed at this link

    I hope this is of some use and your dad's pain improves soon. Give us a ring if you would like to talk things over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Celene

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  • Hello and thanks for your post

    I'm sorry your dad is experiencing pain This must be a difficult time for you.

    I wonder if he has mentioned his pain to his doctors or specialist nurse. They can assess him and try to establish the cause of his pain. They can also prescribe pain medications so he is more comfortable.

    Some painkillers can take a while to work and the doses may have to be increased or the pain medication needs to be changed, but this has to be done under medical supervision. We have some information  on our website on how pain can be managed at this link

    I hope this is of some use and your dad's pain improves soon. Give us a ring if you would like to talk things over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Celene

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