Talking to Your Doctor Talking to Your Doctor If you’re having sleep problems, it’s important that your oncologist or care team is aware of them. “Poor sleep can worsen fatigue, pain, and emotional well-being,” says Sooriakumaran. “Early discussions allow doctors to adjust pain medication, address urinary symptoms, or manage hormone therapy side effects. The goal is to treat the underlying cause, rather than simply prescribe sleeping tablets,” he says. Discussions with your care team can help uncover the underlying cause of your sleep disturbances, which can be a combination of factors. Your doctor can also help determine whether your…
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