All patients with medical illness should be made as comfortable as possible
by relieving pain and other distressing symptoms. This is a fundamental goal
of palliative care.
Common symptoms that can be successfully managed include:
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Pain |
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Shortness of Breath |
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Fatigue |
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Dry Mouth |
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Appetite Loss |
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Gastrointestinial Symptoms |
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Skin Problems |
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Anxiety |
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Depression |
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Confusion |
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