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I have extreme clavicle and neck pain due to cancer. is there any strong pain meds that can help?

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Dr. Alexander Gorup answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Yes: Discuss with your oncologist. Consider seeing a pain medicine specialist.

Dr Singel agreed

Answered 9/30/2013

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Pain: A consultation with a pain management expert would be very helpful here - they have a wider experience in dealing with cancer pain.

Dr Bial agreed

Answered 9/15/2013

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