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Mom has late stage 4 cancer. lung camcer that went to bones. what symptoms can i look for to indicate when the end is drawing near? does pain go away?
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Depends: There may be a variety of symptoms, ranging from bone pain to fatigue to difficulty breathing. Consider seeing a palliative care specialist or enrolling in hospice. Aggressive symptom control (including pain control) will help her make the most of her symptoms, plus will help out with the support needed by you and your loved ones.
Answered 9/29/2013
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See below: There is no one symptom that will predict the "end is drawing near" however, it is very important to optimize her symptom control; consider seeing a palliative care md if she is already not followed by one.
Answered 10/19/2013
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