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Facing Your Fears

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Life changes immediately after hearing the words, “You have cancer.” At first, you can't think about anything else. All you feel is shock or numbness. It can be hard to believe. read more

  • denial
  • Emotions
  • fear

Living After Cancer Treatment Brochure

Learn about the physical, practical and emotional concerns of cancer survivors. Find resources and support.

Young Adults With Cancer 37871

Young adults (teens to age 39) and adolescents have very specific concerns when they are diagnosed with cancer. This is a time when they want to meet others and form close relationships. It's a time read more

  • body image
  • dating
  • family

At the Front Lines of Fertility Preservation

This presentation explains how health care professionals can provide timely and personalized fertility information to cancer patients.

Cancer.Net - Information About Cancer in Young Adults

Cancer.Net brings the expertise and resources of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the voice of the world’s cancer physicians, to people living with cancer and to those who care for

Body Image

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You may experience temporary or permanent physical changes in your body as a result of cancer treatment. The way you feel and think about your body may also change. Understanding how cancer can affect read more

  • body changes
  • body image
  • effects of treatment
Chronic Pain

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Survivors sometimes experience ongoing pain after cancer treatment. Chronic (or persistent) pain may be mild or severe, and may affect quality of life. The good news is that there are now many methods read more

  • after treatment
  • chronic pain
  • complimentary treatment
Communicating With Your Health Care Team

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Do you understand the information you're getting from your health care team? Do you know what questions to ask? You need good communication to get the best care from your health care team members. read more

  • choosing your healthcare team
  • doctor's appointments
  • during treatment

Communicating With Your Partner 31238

A spouse or partner can be a primary source of support to a cancer survivor. However, if communication begins to break down, it can be stressful and result in low levels of support for both. read more

  • Caregiver
  • communicating with your partner
  • dating
Concerns About Physical Effects of Treatment

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It’s natural to have concerns about physical changes that could happen during and after cancer treatment. Your health care team can help you learn what to expect. They will explain what is likely to read more

  • acupuncture
  • biofeedback
  • drugs
Emotional Support Teams for Survivors

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The need for emotional support doesn’t stop when treatment ends. There are many ways to receive emotional support that can improve your quality of life and help you manage the challenges you face at read more

  • counseling
  • emotional effects of cancer
  • Emotional Support

Emotions After Cancer Treatment 39413

After treatment is done, you can experience a mix of reactions. Often the emotions are positive. You may have discovered new personal strength and deepened relationships with loved ones during read more

  • after treatment
  • aftereffects
  • anger
Fatigue

Fatigue 31192

Sometimes survivors may feel extremely tired or feel like they don’t have enough energy to carry out daily activities. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms experienced by survivors during active read more

  • after treatment
  • fatigue
  • feeling weak
Female Sexual Health After Cancer

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One area of life that cancer and treatment might change is the ability to have or enjoy sex. This is sometimes referred to as female sexual dysfunction and can affect you physically and emotionally. read more

  • female sexual function
  • intimacy
  • partners
Finding a Counselor

Finding a Counselor 31766

A counselor provides a safe and non-judgmental environment where you can talk about your concerns. A counselor won’t solve your problems for you. You'll be guided through a process of learning and read more

  • counseling
  • counseling costs
  • counseling professionals