Your skin might feel different and look less bright when you are having cancer treatment. Taking good care of your skin and giving it a boost might help you feel more like yourself. This short video (less than 3 minutes) tells you how to look after your skin when you have cancer. Practical tips It […]
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Your skin and nails may be affected by cancer treatment. There are ways you can look after them. Cancer treatments and skin and nail changes Some cancer treatments may affect your skin and nails. Their condition and appearance may change, depending on the drug or treatment you are having. Tell your doctor or nurse about […]
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Being diagnosed with breast cancer is a life-changing experience. It can be hard to handle the news at first, and even harder to know how to proceed, no matter your prognosis. While everyone’s journey is unique, knowing that others before you have been through something similar can give you the strength and inspiration you need […]
“Alison, I’ve got bad news.” The voice of the pathologist at the other end of the telephone confirmed for Alison Tucker the news no woman ever wants to hear: she had breast cancer. Once the shock had settled, Alison decided that she would take charge. Not only would she take ownership of the dreaded disease, […]
If someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer, you want to make the situation better, but you don’t always know the best way. While you can’t change your loved one’s diagnosis or treatment, you can do something to make that process a little more pleasant, especially if chemotherapy treatment is involved. Chemo treatments can […]
Overview Chemotherapy is a common treatment for cancer. It has many potential benefits when it comes to effectively treating cancer, but it also tends to cause side effects. Among other possible side effects, chemo may cause changes to the texture, color, or health of your skin. You can take steps to manage the skin-related side […]
Besides the physical challenges of treatment, cancer patients also travel an emotional journey. Fear, anxiety and depression can happen while dealing with the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. That’s why it is important to address how a patient is coping in addition to how he or she is physically feeling. According to Cure.com, the […]
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If you’re preparing for chemotherapy for the first time, you may be wondering what to expect. We asked our Facebook community to share their best advice for preparing for chemotherapy – and the side effects that come with it. Here’s what they had to say. 1. Get some rest Fatigue is the most common side […]