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What if cancer comes back? Managing fear of recurrence

cisspublication — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 03:42:03 GMT

Once your treatment has finished, you may worry that the cancer could return. Worrying about recurrence may affect your physical well-being, as well as your ability to enjoy life and make plans for the future. Learning ways to manage the fear of recurrence can help you find a “new normal”. Making changes to your lifestyle can also help you to live well and reduce the risk of developing another cancer.

Understanding your feelings – learn more about common feelings post treatment
Managing the fear of recurrence – learn how you can manage your fear and find support
Managing fear – a podcast episode on managing fear during and after treatment
Taking control of your health – tips for a healthier lifestyle after cancer treatment.

Re: What if cancer comes back? Managing fear of recurrence

Wegotthis — Sun, 12 Dec 2021 14:48:23 GMT

Thanks for sharing this with us.

Honestly I have chosen not to worry about what IFs.

I never worried about getting cancer in the first place.

Life is to short to worry about dieing.

Live well

Treat people with love and respect.

Enjoy every day we have.

If we have unfinished business take care of it sooner than later.

Be thankful for what you got.