Daily wellness
Journal
Memory for pain is unreliable — it is dominated by the worst moment and the most recent one. Written down, the actual pattern appears, and it gives your care team something far more useful than 'it's been bad'.
Track the sensation and the feeling around it. Bring this to your appointment.
Pain right now (0–10)
Worst it has been today (0–10)
Mood alongside the pain
Taking this to your appointment
Bring the last two weeks. Highlight the three worst episodes and say plainly what you want: better background control, something for breakthrough pain, or help with the fear that comes with it.
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Afya Companion offers education and self-help support. It does not diagnose, treat or replace care from your doctor, nurse, psychologist or dietitian. If something in your health changes, speak to your care team.