Palliative care is specialised medical care concentrated on improving the quality of life of a patient. It focuses on preventing, managing and relieving the symptoms and side effects of cancer and treatment.
It also provides support to people living with cancer, along with their family, friends, and caregivers. Anyone, regardless of age or type and stage of cancer, may receive palliative care before, during and after treatment.
This information is general and is not a substitute for medical advice. Treatment recommendations depend on each person's individual clinical circumstances and are made together with your oncologist.