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Palliative Care

From , former About.com Guide

Updated December 20, 2007

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Definition: A medical specialty that focuses on relief of the pain, symptoms and stress of a life-threatening illness and improving quality of life. It is appropriate at any point in an illness and can be provided at the same time as curative treatment.
Also Known As: Comfort Care

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