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Cancer--Living with Cancer
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Cancer--Living with Cancer Articles
- Anxiety Disorder
... This patient summary on anxiety is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, support...
- Cancer Support Groups: Questions and Answers
... People diagnosed with cancer and their families face many challenges that may leave them feeling overwhelmed, afraid, and alone. It can be difficult to cope with these challenges or to talk to even th...
- Cardiopulmonary Syndromes
... Cardiopulmonary syndromes are heart and lung symptoms, such as dyspnea (shortness of breath), cough, chest pain, irregular heartbeats, and excess fluid around the lungs (pleural effusion) and/or heart...
- Delirium
... Delirium is a cognitive (mental) disorder.Delirium often occurs suddenly and the patient's symptoms may come and go throughout the day. People experiencing delirium may fall in and out of consciou...
- Depression
... This patient summary on depression is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, supp...
- Depression and Cancer
... Symptoms of Depression Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood Feelings of hopelessness, pessimism Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activitie...
- Fatigue
... This patient summary on fatigue is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, support...
- Fever, Sweats, and Hot Flashes
... This patient summary on fever, sweats, and hot flashes is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screeni...
- Financial Assistance for Cancer Care
... Cancer imposes heavy economic burdens on both patients and their families. For many people, a portion of medical expenses is paid by their health insurance plan. For individuals who do not have health...
- Gastrointestinal Complications
... This patient summary on gastrointestinal complications is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screeni...
- Home Care for Cancer Patients
... Key Points A doctor, nurse, or social worker can provide information about patients’ specific needs, the availability of home care services, and a list of local home care agencies. Services provided b...
- How To Find Resources in Your Own Community If You Have Cancer
... If you have cancer or are undergoing cancer treatment, there are places in your community to turn to for help. There are many local organizations throughout the country that offer a variety of practic...
- Hypercalcemia
... This patient summary on hypercalcemia is adapted from the PDQ summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevent...
- Loss, Grief, and Bereavement
... This patient summary on loss, grief, and bereavement is adapted from the summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screeni...
- Lymphedema
... This patient summary is adapted from the summary on lymphedema written by cancer experts for health professionals. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, su...
- Nausea and Vomiting
... This patient summary on nausea and vomiting is adapted from the summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This brief summary describes the causes and treatment of nausea and vomiting...
- Normal Adjustment, Psychosocial Distress, and t...
... This patient summary on normal adjustment, psychosocial distress, and the adjustment disorders is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible inf...
- Nutrition in Cancer Care
... Cancer and cancer treatments may cause nutrition-related side effects. The diet is an important part of cancer treatment. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help t...
- Organizations That Offer Services to People With Cancer
... People with cancer and their families sometimes need assistance coping with the emotional as well as the practical aspects of their disease. This fact sheet includes some of the national organizations...
- Pain
... This patient summary on pain is adapted from the summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, supporti...
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
... This patient summary on posttraumatic stress disorder is adapted from the summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screen...
- Pruritus
... This patient summary on pruritus is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, suppor...
- Sexuality and Reproductive Issues
... This patient summary on the sexual side effects from cancer and cancer treatment is adapted from the summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information abo...
- Sleep Disorders
... This patient summary on sleep disorders is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention,...
- Substance Abuse Issues In Cancer
... This patient summary on substance abuse issues in cancer is adapted from the summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, scr...
- Superior Vena Cava Syndrome
... This patient summary on superior vena cava syndrome is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening,...
- Transitional Care Planning
... This patient summary on transitional care planning is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, ...
- Your Health Care Team: Your Doctor Is Only the Beginning
... Coping with cancer is not an easy thing. The physical effects of illness and treatment can be quite severe, and the emotional and psychological impact of having cancer can be equally challenging. Howe...
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