Knowing what to expect after cancer treatment can help you and your family make plans, healthy lifestyle changes, and important decisions. Even after treatment is over, cancer survivors typically still have health issues to consider and pay attention to. The information provided here will inform you about the late effects of cancer treatment, certain health risks, the importance of follow-up care, and how to best care for yourself after treatment is over.
There are things you can do to help the healing process along and improve your chances of living well beyond cancer.
Being prepared for health care appointments with a list of your concerns and questions can help you feel confident about the care you are receiving. This journal will help you organize health concerns, prepare questions for your health care team, and coordinate your medications. Journaling - in general - can help you find the right words to communicate about experiences with family, friends, or medical professionals.
One of the most important things you can do is to talk with your doctors, nurses, and social workers. You should never hesitate to ask the questions you have.
If you haven't already discussed the genetic aspects of your cancer, now would be a good time ...
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