Hi Violet

Try phoning the nurses 0808 800 4040 for a private chat. They can advise on pain relief and how to approach your health care team to review your medication. There does seem to be a reluctance by some healthcare professionals to prescribe enough medication to keep patients pain free. Probably with good reason. Addiction, inability to function properly, toxicity and overdose. Hopefully you will be able to access the pain relief you need to keep you comfortable.

Ed

Hi Violetgirl,

I'm sorry to hear that you're struggling with the pain. We just wanted to let you know that unfortunately the nurses don't work over the weekends, but you should expect to receive a reply from them very soon, and hopefully today.

Do of course keep in touch with your doctor about this also.

Best wishes,

Ben
Cancer Chat Moderator

Hello Violet

I am sorry to hear you have experienced this neglect and hope by now you are receiving better care and proper pain relief 

There is no excuse to leave a patient in pain 

Shouldnt have to fight so hard 

But no response ask again and again you deserve to be looked after and to be comfortable.

Sending strength 

RB

Just jumping on this thread to let you know that the nurses did respond to your post in the Ask The Nurses category I hope things are starting to get better for you but please don't hesitate to call the nurses if you want to talk things through

Best wishes 

Moderator Sarah