Guila, make a scene if you have to. I am SO anti meds that I actually went into shock from the pain of rad burns during the final week. That was stupid. The pain is real and your dad is entitled to relief. Get loud and pushy if that is what it takes, but do not let anyone tell him he does not need it -- the pain just gets worse and having made it this far does not mean a thing. I am angry on his behalf!